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Traffic has come to a standstill on a major UK motorway following a multi-vehicle collision in the early hours of the morning.
Motorists traveling on the M1 near Toddington, Bedfordshire, are facing extensive delays due to the crash that occurred this morning.
Emergency services swiftly arrived at the scene of the collision, which took place between Junction 12, for Toddington, and Junction 11A, for Dunstable.
Commuters and workers heading northbound are advised to anticipate 30-minute delays and two miles of traffic congestion.
National Highways has confirmed that three out of four lanes remain closed on this busy route.
It stated: “Traffic has been STOPPED on the M1 northbound in Bedfordshire within J12 (Toddington) due to a collision.
“Three lanes (of four) remain closed on the #M1 northbound in Bedfordshire between J11A ( #Dunstable ) and J12 ( #Toddington ) following a collision.
“Emergency services are on the scene. There’s a 30-minute delay on approach with two miles of congestion.“
Bedfordshire Police have urged drivers to avoid the area while officers manage the situation.
In an earlier statement, the police said: “We are currently at the scene of a collision on the M1 northbound between junctions 11A & 12.
“All lanes are currently closed as emergency services address the incident.
“Please avoid the area if possible and consider alternative routes to help alleviate congestion.”
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Traffic has come to a standstill on the M1 northbound
What caused the traffic congestion on the M1?
The traffic congestion on the M1 was caused by a multi-vehicle collision that occurred between Junctions 11A and 12.
How long are the delays expected to last?
Motorists are advised to expect delays of approximately 30 minutes and up to two miles of congestion.
What should drivers do to avoid the area?
Drivers are urged to avoid the area and consider alternative routes to help reduce congestion while emergency services handle the incident.
