A major route near East Midlands Airport has been closed this afternoon following a 'multi-vehicle collision'. The A42 southbound between Junction 14 (A453 Castle Donington) and Junction 13 (A511 Ashby/ Coalville) is shut in both directions, causing long delays and congestion.

Traffic monitoring service INRIX also reports queues building on the opposite side due to onlookers slowing down. National Highways East Midlands confirmed the A42 is shut in both directions between Junction 14 and the M1 while emergency services deal with the incident.

Drivers are urged to find alternative routes and expect delays this afternoon (Monday, August 11), Leicestershire Live reports.

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A42 Northbound open 14:09

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