16 Aug 2023 | 04:45 PM UTC
UK: Overturned oil tanker forces closure of M11 highway near Bishop's Stortford Aug. 16
Oil tanker overturned on M11 northbound near Bishop's Stortford, UK, Aug. 16. Transport disruptions, emergency response reported.
Event
An oil tanker overturned and blocked the M11 northbound carriageway near Bishop's Stortford as of late afternoon Aug. 16. As a result, fuel spilled across the highway, and the motorway is closed in both directions. It is unclear when the M11 will reopen.
Transport disruptions will likely persist after the highway reopens. Travel disruptions are likely between London and London Stansted Airport (STN).
Advice
Avoid travel near the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Allow additional time if traveling near the closure, particularly if traveling to London Stansted Airport.
