Updated:\u00a0March 15, 2026 at 10:46AM EDT<\/p>\n
Published:\u00a0March 15, 2026 at 8:32AM EDT<\/p>\n
A multi-vehicle crash involving a jackknifed transport truck that blocked the westbound express lanes of Highway 401 in North York early Sunday morning has now been cleared.<\/p>\n
Earlier in the day, Ontario Provincial Police told CP24 the collision happened at about 7:45 a.m. on the westbound express lanes of Highway 401 just west of Highway 404.<\/p>\n
Jackknifed tractor trailer blocking Highway 401 lanes A jackknifed tractor trailer is blocking all westbound express lanes of traffic on Highway 401 near the DVP. <\/p>\n
Police say three vehicles and a transport truck were involved in the crash. As a result of the collision, the transport truck jackknifed and ended up blocking the express lanes in the area.<\/p>\n
CP24\u2019s traffic cameras earlier showed the tractor trailer stretched across the lanes, preventing vehicles from getting through while crews responded.<\/p>\n
In an update posted to social media at 10:14 a.m., OPP said the westbound express lanes on Highway 401 have now fully reopened following the investigation and cleanup.<\/p>\n
Police say no injuries were reported.<\/p>\n
The crash came as weather experts warned of hazardous driving conditions across the city.<\/p>\n