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🕐 Last verified 17 Mar, 01:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM32
DirectionSouthbound
RegionSouth West
CountyCity of Bristol
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedMon 16 Mar, 23:46
ClearedTue 17 Mar, 01:05
Lasted1h 18m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather☁️ Overcast
ReferenceREF-24364504
Views118

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

M32 southbound between J1 and J2 | Southbound | Accident

Location : The M32 southbound between junctions J1 and J2 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 00:45 and 01:00 on 17 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:45 and 01:00 on 17 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

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Is the M32 closed?

Not because of this crash. It cleared at 01:05 UK time on Tue 17 Mar. See the M32 right now.

What happened on the M32 on 16 Mar 2026?

Crash on the M32 southbound J1 to J2 in City of Bristol, reported at 23:46 UK time on Mon 16 Mar. Cleared at 01:05 on Tue 17 Mar.

How long did it last?

1h 18m, from 23:46 UK time on Mon 16 Mar.

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