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Traffic has come to a standstill on a major UK motorway due to a significant oil spill, causing widespread travel disruption.
Drivers on the M1 have been alerted to delays of up to 90 minutes because of the clean-up operation near Dunstable, Bedfordshire.
Two lanes have been closed in the northbound direction between Junction 11, for Dunstable, and Junction 11a, for Houghton Regis.
National Highways stated: “Traffic has been STOPPED on the #M1 northbound in #Bedfordshire between J10 (#Luton) and J11 (#Dunstable) due to a large oil spill.
“Our Traffic Officers are on-site, and clean-up efforts have been organized.”
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FAQs
What caused the traffic disruption on the M1?
The traffic disruption on the M1 was caused by a large oil spill, which led to the closure of two lanes for clean-up operations.
How long are the delays expected to last?
Motorists are warned to expect delays of up to 90 minutes due to the ongoing clean-up operation.
Where exactly is the traffic affected?
The traffic is affected on the M1 northbound between Junction 11, for Dunstable, and Junction 11a, for Houghton Regis.