Major Disruption on M11 Following Morning Collision
A significant crash has brought a key section of the M11 motorway to a standstill during the Friday morning rush hour. The incident, which occurred on the southbound carriageway, has forced the closure of two lanes, triggering extensive delays and long queues for drivers.
Location and Impact of the M11 Incident
The collision happened on the M11 Southbound between Junction 9 for Saffron Walden and Junction 8 for the A120 towards Bishops Stortford. According to traffic monitoring company Inrix, two lanes remain closed as a result of the accident, leading to severe queueing traffic in the area. National Highways has confirmed the closures, with images from the scene showing the scale of the disruption.
Travel Chaos and Driver Advice
Commuters and other road users are facing major travel disruption. Long queues have been reported for miles along the affected stretch, with drivers being warned to expect significant delays. Motorists are strongly advised to avoid the area if possible and to allow for considerable extra journey time if their travel plans involve this part of the M11. Alternative routes are recommended while emergency services and recovery teams work at the scene.
