M27 traffic: Motorists facing delays of over two hours despite lanes re-opening following crash

MOTORISTS are continuing to face long delays on the M27 following a crash this morning.
Traffic queuing on the M27 eastbound this morning. Picture: Highways EnglandTraffic queuing on the M27 eastbound this morning. Picture: Highways England
Traffic queuing on the M27 eastbound this morning. Picture: Highways England

The collision happened on the eastbound carriageway between Junction 10 and Junction 11 at around 7.30am. 

Following the crash all lanes were closed for a period, however they have now re-opened but severe delays remain. 

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Motorists are being warned by Hampshire County Council that there are delays of over two hours remaining on the motorway. 

Traffic queuing on the M27 eastbound this morning. Picture: Highways EnglandTraffic queuing on the M27 eastbound this morning. Picture: Highways England
Traffic queuing on the M27 eastbound this morning. Picture: Highways England

The delays on the M27 eastbound are stretching back to Junction 8. 

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As a result of the crash and the severe disruptions there are delays on other roads across the area. 

Commuters are being warned that there are 20 minute delays on the A27 in Fareham on Western Way/The Avenue as a result of traffic being diverted to the road following the M27 crash. 

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On the A334 Botley there are delays of approximately 30 minutes caused by traffic being directed to the road to avoid the M27 this morning. 

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