M11 traffic LIVE: Rush hour delays on major UK motorway after horror van crash | United Kingdom | News

Commuters are facing rush hour delays on a major UK motorway after a horror van crash.

A section of the M11 was closed after a car and a van collided between the J7A and J7 in Chelmsford, causing a delay of around 60 minutes, authorities said.

National Highways said the incident caused congestion of around five kilometers.

He said: “The M11 in Essex is closed southbound between J7A (Harlow) and J7 (Chelmsford) due to a collision involving a van and a car.

“Essex County Fire and Rescue Service and National Highway Traffic Officers are on scene.

“If this closure impacts your planned itinerary, please allow additional travel time. Plan ahead, you may wish to change your itinerary or even delay your trip.”

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