A severe crash on the Pacific Motorway near Upper Mount Gravatt has caused significant disruptions to Brisbane’s morning commute today, October 3, 2024. The incident, involving two vehicles, occurred just before 7 AM, resulting in the closure of all northbound lanes near Klumpp Road.
The incident, which saw one vehicle fully engulfed in flames, prompted an immediate response from emergency services. Fire crews successfully extinguished the blaze by 7:20 AM, averting potential further dangers. The Queensland Ambulance Service reported that no patients required hospitalisation.
The impact on local traffic has been severe. Motorists faced delays exceeding an hour, with congestion stretching over 15 kilometres back to Slacks Creek. The closure particularly affected residents of Mt Gravatt and surrounding suburbs, who found themselves caught in the extensive backlog or forced to seek alternative routes.
The incident’s ripple effects extended beyond private vehicles. Several bus services experienced cancellations due to the delays, further complicating the morning commute for public transport users in the Mt Gravatt area.
Queensland Police managed a gradual reopening of the motorway. By 7:30 AM, one lane was operational, followed by two lanes by 8:30 AM. Authorities anticipated the third lane would reopen shortly after 10 AM, offering some relief to the traffic situation.
Published 3-October-2024