An investigation is underway into the cause of a four-vehicle crash and fire which has significantly impacted traffic on the M1 Motorway near Wyong this morning.
One northbound lane remains closed after a B-double ran into the back of a stationary roadworks truck about 2.10am (Wednesday 30 October 2019), pushing it into another two roadworks trucks also stopped on the roadside.
Five men have been taken to hospital; the driver suffered a shoulder injury and will also undergo mandatory testing, while four roadworkers were taken to be checked as a precaution and for treatment for the effects of shock.
A major clean-up operation is ongoing with emergency services at the scene of the crash.
An investigation is now underway into the cause of the crash by officers from Tuggerah Lakes Police District.
They are calling for anyone with dashcam vision of the incident, or any dashcam vision they believe may be relevant to the investigation, to contact Wyong Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
The Transport Management Centre says traffic is heavy northbound and southbound, so motorists are advised to allow extra travel time. Motorists are also advised to exercise caution and follow directions of traffic crews.
For the latest traffic information, visit www.livetraffic.com.
