A truck accident on the E40 highway towards Ghent caused significant disruption this morning. Around 07:30, a truck carrying a crane struck a bridge due to insufficient clearance height. This incident has raised concerns about traffic flow and infrastructure safety on one of Belgium’s busiest routes.
- Vrachtwagen botste tegen brug op E40
- Bruginspectie vond geen stabiliteitsproblemen
- Rechterrijstrook E40 tijdelijk afgesloten
- Autoverkeer over brug voorlopig verboden
- Twee rijstroken E40 sluiten vanaf 22.00 uur
- Verkeer richting Gent beperkt tot één rijstrook
The road authority promptly closed the right lane of the E40 to inspect the bridge for damage. Thankfully, as of 2025-05-10 16:51:00, no stability issues have been found. However, to ensure safety, all vehicle traffic over the bridge has been banned until late tonight.
What does this mean for commuters and travellers returning from the coast? The upcoming lane closures and inspections are expected to cause delays, especially during peak hours. Here’s what you need to know.
How will this impact daily traffic, and what measures are in place to manage the disruption? The authorities have delayed full lane closures until late evening to reduce congestion during the day. Key points to consider include:
- Only one lane towards Ghent will be open after 22:00, affecting evening and night traffic.
- Inspection work will last several hours, potentially extending delays into early morning.
- Drivers returning from coastal areas should allow extra travel time and consider alternative routes.
As inspections continue, drivers are urged to stay updated via traffic reports and plan journeys accordingly. Could this accident prompt stricter regulations on vehicle height and load checks? Only time will tell, but for now, caution and patience remain essential on the E40.
