Toronto: The eastbound express lanes of Highway 401 have been fully closed following a collision between two transport trucks in Scarborough. The accident occurred early this morning near Neilson Road.
A large transport truck jackknifed across the road as a result of the crash. Information regarding the accident emerged around 6:00 AM. It remains unclear whether anyone sustained injuries in the incident.
Currently, all eastbound express lanes near Morningside Avenue are blocked. Vehicles traveling along this route are being diverted from the express lanes to the collector lanes.
The accident has caused heavy traffic congestion in the area. Authorities advise commuters traveling on this route to use alternative roads. Efforts to clear the road obstructions and restore traffic flow are currently underway.
