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🕐 Last verified 18 Mar, 14:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM11
DirectionNorthbound
RegionEastern
CountyEssex
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedWed 18 Mar, 12:02
Cleared14:05
Lasted2h 2m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather☀️ Clear sky
ReferenceREF-24518288
Views181

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

M11 J8 northbound exit | Northbound | Accident

Location : The M11 northbound exit slip at junction J8 . 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 14:00 and 14:15 on 18 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 14:00 and 14:15 on 18 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

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Is the M11 closed?

Not because of this crash. It cleared at 14:05 UK time on Wed 18 Mar. See the M11 right now.

What happened on the M11 on 18 Mar 2026?

Crash on the M11 northbound at J8 in Essex, reported at 12:02 UK time on Wed 18 Mar. Cleared at 14:05.

How long did it last?

2h 2m, from 12:02 UK time on Wed 18 Mar.

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