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Incident Overview
A serious multi-vehicle crash on the West Gate Freeway in Melbourne is causing extensive delays for commuters. The incident occurred during the Tuesday morning rush hour, December 3, 2024, and led to the closure of two lanes, causing significant traffic congestion.
Location and Time
The crash happened around 7:00 am on the West Gate Freeway, between Montague Street and Power Street, across Southbank and South Melbourne.
Vehicles Involved
The crash involved multiple vehicles. The specific number and types of vehicles were not detailed in the report.
Crash Description
Details about the exact sequence of events leading up to the crash are limited, but it involved a collision between multiple vehicles. The impact was severe enough to cause the closure of two lanes on the freeway.
Injuries
The report does not provide specific information about injuries.
Emergency Response
Emergency services are presumably at the scene managing the incident and attending to any injuries.
Traffic Disruption and Delays
The crash initially caused the closure of two inbound lanes on the West Gate Freeway. Although all lanes have since reopened, traffic remains heavily congested, with queues stretching back from Williams Landing and causing delays of over 70 minutes. The southbound lanes of CityLink are also experiencing delays, adding more than 25 minutes to travel times.
Impact on Surrounding Areas
Traffic has also spilled onto surrounding roads in Brooklyn, Yarraville, Spotswood, and West Melbourne, causing further delays and congestion.
Community Impact
The crash has caused significant disruption to commuters during the morning peak hour, impacting travel times and potentially causing delays for those with important appointments or work commitments.
Contributing Factors
The contributing factors to the crash are not yet known. However, given the involvement of multiple vehicles, factors such as speed, driver inattention, following distances, and road conditions may be considered during the investigation.