Tragic Collision Causes Chaos on Highway 401

In a startling turn of events, the westbound lanes of Highway 401 have been completely shut down just south of Guelph after a serious accident involving a commercial vehicle. One person is currently in the hospital with severe injuries, raising concerns about potentially life-changing consequences.

Details of the Incident

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reported that emergency responders had to extricate an individual from a tractor-trailer that overturned, rolling into a ditch. The situation at the scene is grim as investigators assess what led to the crash.

Traffic Mayhem Expected

The OPP has dispatched its Technical Collision Investigation team to gather evidence and determine the circumstances of the wreck. As of now, the majority of the westbound lanes at Highway 6 remain completely blocked, leading to significant traffic disruption. While a single right lane managed to reopen by noon, the ramp from Highway 6 to westbound Highway 401 is still off-limits.

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