Multiple crashes on the 401

The westbound lanes of Highway 401 are closed at Bloomfield Road in Chatham, after a collision.

OPP officials say the reopening time is unknown, as three tractor trailers are blocking all lanes.

OPP members are also responding to a jackknifed tractor trailer in the westbound lanes west of Tilbury.

Essex County are currently responding to multiple collisions on Highway 401 in the Lakeshore area.

The eastbound lanes are currently closed at County Road 31 (St. Joachim Road) due to a minor collision involving two tractor trailers that are blocking all lanes of traffic.

“The OPP is urging motorists to avoid the 401 if possible until weather and road conditions improve,” OPP officials say.

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