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🕐 Last verified 18 Feb, 12:40

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM621
DirectionWestbound
RegionNorth East
CountyLeeds District
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedWed 18 Feb, 10:56
Cleared12:40
Lasted1h 43m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather☁️ Overcast
ReferenceREF-3865912

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

M621 J7 westbound exit | Westbound | Accident

Location : The M621 westbound exit slip at junction J7 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 13:45 and 14:00 on 18 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 13:45 and 14:00 on 18 February 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

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Recent M621 incidents

10 incidents and roadworks logged on the M621 in the last 30 days, 6 of them serious or severe. Times are UK time.

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Is the M621 closed?

Not because of this crash. It cleared at 12:40 UK time on Wed 18 Feb. See the M621 right now.

What happened on the M621 on 18 Feb 2026?

Crash on the M621 westbound at J7 in Leeds District, reported at 10:56 UK time on Wed 18 Feb. Cleared at 12:40.

How long did it last?

1h 43m, from 10:56 UK time on Wed 18 Feb.

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