M1 closed in both directions after 'very serious' collision near junction 39 for Wakefield

The M1 has been closed in both directions after what has been described as a ‘very serious collision’ in Yorkshire this evening.
By Robert Cumber
Published 18th Apr 2022, 21:45 BST
Updated 18th Apr 2022, 21:54 BST
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National Highways Yorkshire tweeted at 9.19pm today, Monday, April 18, to say: “There are reports of a very serious collision on the #M1 northbound J39-J40, near #Wakefield. The M1 northbound is being closed at J39. Updates to follow soon.”

Responding to the tweet, one person said: “I can see out the window that everything is stood still and I can hear LOTS of sirens.”

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National Highways has since tweeted to say the motorway is now closed in both directions.

The M1 has been closed northbound after what's been described as a 'very serious collision' near junction 39 for WakefieldThe M1 has been closed northbound after what's been described as a 'very serious collision' near junction 39 for Wakefield
The M1 has been closed northbound after what's been described as a 'very serious collision' near junction 39 for Wakefield

"The #M1 is closed in both directions J39-J40, near #Wakefield, due to a very serious collision,” it said.

"@WestYorksPolice and an Air Ambulance are in attendance.”

We will attempt to bring you more information as we get it.

For the latest updates, visit: https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/m1-both-directions-between-j39-and-j40/.

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