Morning Commute Thrown into Chaos by Dual Crashes
Perth's Monday morning rush hour was thrown into disarray following two separate collisions on major arterial roads, causing significant delays for commuters. The incidents, occurring on South Street in Leeming and the Kwinana Freeway, prompted emergency responses and lane closures during the busy peak period on Monday, 10 November 2025.
South Street Incident Details
The first crash took place on the westbound carriageway of South Street at Wheatley Drive in the suburb of Leeming. The incident-response team was forced to close the right lane to manage the scene. Emergency services and police were in attendance, blocking the lane to facilitate their investigation and the subsequent clean-up operation. While the affected lane has since been reopened to traffic, authorities warned motorists heading west along South Street to anticipate significant slow-downs approaching the Wheatley Drive intersection.
Kwinana Freeway Crash Adds to Woes
Adding to the morning's traffic troubles, a second collision occurred on the Kwinana Freeway heading northbound near the Canning Highway exit. This incident resulted in the closure of the right lane, compounding the congestion. Motorists were advised to exercise extreme caution as reports indicated people were outside their vehicles on the freeway. The flow of traffic was severely impacted, with congestion building back past South Street.
Commuters Urged to Plan Ahead
The dual incidents significantly disrupted traffic flow across the city's southern corridor. Commuters were advised to expect continued delays or to seek alternative routes if possible. The clean-up and investigation efforts by Main Roads WA and emergency services were the priority, with motorists reminded to drive carefully through affected areas.
