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🕐 Last verified 13 May, 16:33

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StatusLive
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadA57
DirectionWestbound
RegionWestbound
Category (NH)Crash
ReportedWed 13 May, 16:33
Road typeA-Road (varies by section)
Speed limit30-70 mph (varies by section)
Weather🌧️ Moderate rain
ReferenceREF-25879542

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What National Highways say

A57 westbound between A628 and A6018 | Westbound | Accident

Location : The A57 westbound between the junctions with the A628 and the M67 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 17:45 and 18:00 on 13 May 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

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Is the A57 closed?

Yes, for this crash. National Highways had the A57 westbound closed at 16:33 UK time on Tue 3 Nov 2026. See the A57 right now.

What happened on the A57 on 13 May 2026?

Crash on the A57 westbound in Westbound, reported at 16:33 UK time on Wed 13 May. Road closed. Still live.

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