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The M1 has come to a standstill, causing chaos for New Year travelers due to a crash and an oil spill, resulting in multiple lane closures.
Traffic was halted on the M1 northbound between Junction 14 and Junction 15 following a collision earlier this morning.
National Highways reported that they are investigating reports of an oil spill related to the incident, with emergency services currently on-site.
While traffic has since been released, two lanes remain closed, leading to significant disruption for commuters.
Previously, there were delays of 20 minutes and two miles of congestion on approach.
Normal traffic conditions are anticipated to resume later this morning.
The latest update from National Highways stated: “Traffic has been released on the M1 in Buckinghamshire northbound between J14 (Milton Keynes) and J15 (Northampton) following a collision.
“Lanes 3 & 4 (of 4) remain closed. Lanes 1 & 2 are open.
“Please allow extra time for your journey. Thank you for your patience.”
The M1 has come to a stop following a crash that resulted in an oil spillCredit: National Highways
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What caused the traffic chaos on the M1?
The traffic chaos on the M1 was caused by a collision that resulted in an oil spill, leading to multiple lane closures.
When are normal traffic conditions expected to resume?
Normal traffic conditions are expected to return later this morning.
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