Multi-Vehicle Collision Causes Delays on A46 in Düsseldorf
A major traffic incident marred Wednesday morning rush hour on Düsseldorf’s A46 motorway, resulting in significant delays for motorists heading towards Wuppertal. The accident, which involved two trucks and a car, unfolded within the university tunnel and prompted the closure of several lanes.
At 7:35 a.m., emergency services rushed to the scene after receiving reports of the collision. A police spokesperson confirmed that both the car and one of the trucks were rendered undrivable and required towing. While the car was quickly removed from the roadway, the heavily damaged truck necessitated the deployment of a specialized tow truck. According to the police spokesperson, "It will take some time" to mitigate the disruption and clear the highway.
Initially, the tunnel in the direction of Neuss was completely shut down. However, as recovery efforts progressed, authorities were able to reopen one lane, offering a degree of relief to the burgeoning traffic congestion. It was initially estimated that the complete reopening of the tunnel could take until midday, but unexpected complications arose.
By 12:30 p.m., the situation remained complex. The police spokesperson explained that necessary cleanup operations on the road surface had extended the partial closure indefinitely. Despite the ongoing work, lanes were reopened to traffic shortly after, providing much-needed relief to commuters. Thankfully, no injuries were reported in the accident.
As the afternoon progressed, the traffic situation gradually eased, although a lingering traffic jam persisted between the accident site and the Wersten Tunnel.
The nature of the accident also created additional challenges for emergency responders. A spokesperson for the fire department explained that the truck lost its operating resources, specifically diesel fuel, upon impact. This necessitated a thorough cleaning of the roadway by hazmat crews, who also had to seal damaged fuel tanks on the involved trucks to prevent further spillage.
What caused the multi-vehicle collision on the A46?
## A46 Gridlock: Interview with Traffic Expert
**Interviewer:** Good morning, and thanks for joining us today. As many of you are aware, the Wednesday morning commute was quite a challenge for those traveling on the A46 in Düsseldorf. Can you shed some light on what happened?
**Guest:** Certainly. Yesterday morning, a multi-vehicle collision occurred within the university tunnel on the A46. Reports indicate that two trucks and a car were involved in the accident [[1](https://rp-online.de/nrw/staedte/duesseldorf/blaulicht/a46-duesseldorf-lkw-unfall-uni-tunnel-weiter-teilweise-gesperrt_aid-121764315)]. This caused a significant disruption to traffic flow, leading to extensive delays for drivers heading towards Wuppertal.
**Interviewer:** How extensive were these delays?
**Guest:** The traffic backups stretched quite a distance, with reports indicating a significant jam forming in the direction of Wuppertal [[1](https://rp-online.de/nrw/staedte/duesseldorf/blaulicht/a46-duesseldorf-lkw-unfall-uni-tunnel-weiter-teilweise-gesperrt_aid-121764315)].
**Interviewer:** Have the authorities released any information about the cause of the accident or the extent of any injuries?
**Guest:** Details about the cause of the crash are still under investigation. Thankfully, initial reports suggest that there were no serious injuries.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for updating us on this situation. Hopefully, the traffic congestion will ease soon for commuters in the area.
**Guest:** I certainly hope so. Remember, always exercise caution while driving and be prepared for unexpected delays, especially during peak hours.
