Road surface blamed for morning traffic chaos on Melbourne freeway
Share this @internewscast.com

A broken expansion joint on a major road into Melbourne is being blamed for traffic bedlam on the western fringe of the city this morning.

Drivers heading towards the city on the Princes Freeway at Werribee are still experiencing delays this morning due to a road surface issue that led to a truck overturning and a subsequent car crash.

Reports indicate that a metal plate, which was covering the expansion joint, became dislodged overnight. Around 4:20 am, a truck hit it while traveling at 100 km/h, causing the vehicle to tip over onto its side.

A broken expansion joint is being blamed for the traffic chaos. (Nine)

That crash then triggered a pile-up of up to 10 cars, causing the closure of multiple lanes of traffic near Duncans Road.

While one lane towards Melbourne has been reopened, two lanes remain closed as teams continue to examine the situation and work on safely reopening all lanes.

No one has been injured.

Earlier in the day, delays exceeded two hours on the freeway and on surrounding roads through Werribee and Wyndham Vale.

Earlier in the day delays exceeded two hours on the freeway and on surrounding roads through Werribee and Wyndham Vale. (Nine)

Those delays have eased slightly, with motorists now facing about an hour of extra time on the road.

Motorists travelling between Geelong and Melbourne can save time by detouring via Bacchus Marsh and the Western Freeway.

Travellers can also avoid delays by taking V/Line trains on the Geelong line.

Crews are working to repair part of the Princes Freeway in Victoria damaged earlier today. (Nine)

Drivers are being urged to be patient and mindful of local traffic, and obey all local speed limits if travelling through Werribee.

Authorities say all lanes will reopen when investigations and repairs are complete and it is safe to do so.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
An Aussie with a TAFE IT Advanced Diploma shared the horror of seeing more than 900 people applying for just one entry level role on the job website SEEK

Small Job Ad Detail Reveals Major Issue in Pursuing Entry-Level Positions: ‘I Was Caught in This Pitfall’

Young Australians have expressed their frustration about competing with hundreds of other…
Police monitoring the cordoned area in Or Tor Kor market on July 28, 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, after an active shooter situation

Tragic Shooting at Busy Bangkok Market Leaves Five Dead

A gunman shot and killed five people at a popular fresh food…
Wayne and Carol cruise ship immigration story

Perth Couple’s Dream Vacation Derailed by US Immigration Issue

Exclusive: An Australian couple had to cancel a costly cruise and now…
A 59-year-old man in police custody after being arrested for allegedly assaulting a crew member before a flight from Perth to Brisbane took off.

Man Accused of In-Flight Assault Following ‘Restroom Dispute’

A Queensland man has been charged after allegedly assaulting a crew member…

The Albanese administration pushes forward with promise to limit prescription costs to $25

The Albanese government says it will introduce legislation this week to cap…
Fury over plans for longer public lockout for Albert Park before F1

Outrage Sparks Over Extended Public Access Restrictions at Albert Park Ahead of F1

Melbourne community sporting groups have slammed new plans to lock them out…

Thailand and Cambodia Reach ‘Unconditional Ceasefire’ Following Deadly Conflict with 36 Casualties

Thailand and Cambodia’s leaders agreed to an “unconditional” ceasefire Monday, after five…
Huge hailstone fell in Stanthorpe, Queensland on Tuesday.

Urgent Alert: Massive Storm Set to Impact Millions in Australia

Millions of Australians in the country’s largest cities could be facing a…
Chloé Höglund , 34, who is originally from New Zealand, has traveled over 8,000 miles across the US by train

My Solo 200-Hour Train Adventure Across America: The Unvarnished Truth

A woman who has traveled over 8,000 miles across the US by…

More Than $93 Million: The Reason Banks Are Reimbursing Low-Income Customers

Banks that imposed hefty fees on low-income Australians have agreed to repay…
Gunman believed dead after police officer, civilians shot in Manhattan

Manhattan Shooting: Suspected Gunman Killed, Police Officer and Civilians Injured

A gunman is suspected to have died after opening fire on a…
"Worst of the worst" couple jailed after planning sex attacks on children

“Couple Imprisoned for Plotting Horrific Crimes Against Children”

A Welsh couple, who referred to themselves as ‘Bonnie and Clyde’, have…