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🕐 Last verified 13 Mar, 01:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM42
DirectionNorthbound
RegionWest Midlands
CountyWorcestershire
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedThu 12 Mar, 22:03
ClearedFri 13 Mar, 01:05
Lasted3h 1m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather🌧️ Moderate rain
ReferenceREF-23976499

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

M42 northbound between J1 and J2 | Northbound | Accident

Location : The M42 northbound between junctions M5 and J2 . Lane Closures : Lanes 2 and 3 are closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 01:30 and 01:45 on 13 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 01:30 and 01:45 on 13 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There are two of three lanes closed.

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Is the M42 closed?

Not because of this crash. It cleared at 01:05 UK time on Fri 13 Mar. See the M42 right now.

What happened on the M42 on 12 Mar 2026?

Crash on the M42 northbound J1 to J2 in Worcestershire, reported at 22:03 UK time on Thu 12 Mar. Cleared at 01:05 on Fri 13 Mar.

How long did it last?

3h 1m, from 22:03 UK time on Thu 12 Mar.

Where can I see everything else on the M42?

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