A two-vehicle collision involving commercial trucks caused major traffic disruptions on Highway 402 in Middlesex County, Ontario, on Thursday morning, forcing the closure of westbound lanes for several hours while emergency crews responded and investigators examined the scene.
The crash, which occurred near the Miller Road overpass between Colonel Talbot Road and Longwoods Road, left two people injured and one of the vehicles engulfed in flames following the impact.
Emergency Response to the Highway 402 Crash
According to the Middlesex Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), emergency crews were dispatched shortly before 9:30 a.m. after receiving reports of a collision involving two commercial vehicles.
Firefighters, paramedics, and police officers responded quickly, working to extinguish the vehicle fire, assist those involved, and secure the highway while the incident was brought under control.
Two individuals were transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities have not released their identities or provided additional information about their conditions.
Westbound Highway 402 Closed for Several Hours
Due to the severity of the crash and the extensive cleanup required, OPP closed all westbound lanes of Highway 402 in the affected area.
Traffic was diverted via Longwoods Road, and motorists were urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes while emergency crews cleared damaged vehicles and debris from the highway.
Constable Jeff Hare of the Middlesex OPP said the closure was expected to last approximately four to five hours, allowing investigators to process the scene safely and crews to complete recovery operations.
Investigation Underway
Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Investigators are working to:
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Establish the sequence of events leading to the crash
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Examine the commercial vehicles involved
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Document evidence from the collision scene
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Determine whether weather, road conditions, or other factors contributed
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Review any available witness statements or dashcam footage
At this stage, authorities have not announced what caused the collision, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Traffic Advisory for Motorists
The incident caused lengthy delays for commuters and commercial traffic traveling through Middlesex County.
Motorists were advised to:
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Follow posted detour routes
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Allow extra travel time
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Reduce speed near emergency scenes
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Stay alert for changing traffic conditions
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Monitor official traffic updates before traveling
Authorities anticipated reopening the westbound lanes later in the afternoon once the investigation, vehicle recovery, and roadway safety inspections had been completed.
Ongoing Investigation
The cause of the Highway 402 collision has not yet been determined, and police continue gathering evidence to establish exactly what happened.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam footage is encouraged to contact the Middlesex OPP, as investigators continue working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Further updates are expected as more verified information becomes available.