Perth commuters faced traffic chaos on Tuesday morning after a multi-vehicle crash shut down multiple lanes on the Kwinana Freeway, creating gridlock conditions during the peak hour rush.
The serious collision occurred near the Narrows Bridge around 7:30 AM, impacting both city-bound and south-bound traffic flows. Emergency services rushed to the scene as traffic quickly backed up towards Canning Highway and beyond.
Commuter Chaos Across Perth
Main Roads WA confirmed the incident had blocked several lanes, with traffic banked up for kilometres in both directions. The crash created a domino effect across Perth's road network as frustrated motorists sought alternative routes.
Key impacts included:
- Severe delays on the Kwinana Freeway approaching the city
- Heavy congestion on alternative routes including Canning Highway
- Extended travel times for commuters across the southern suburbs
- Significant delays for public transport services using the freeway corridor
Emergency Response and Cleanup
Multiple emergency vehicles attended the scene, with police working to clear the wreckage and manage traffic flow. Tow trucks were called to remove damaged vehicles from the freeway.
Authorities urged motorists to avoid the area if possible and consider delaying their travel until the situation improved. The incident served as a stark reminder of how quickly a single accident can disrupt Perth's entire transport network during peak periods.
As cleanup operations continued, Main Roads WA advised drivers to exercise patience and follow directions from traffic management crews on site.
