Multiple Serious Road Crashes Close Major Routes in England, Ireland

Multiple serious road traffic collisions on July 18 caused significant disruptions across various regions in the UK. A fatal crash on the A505 at Royston involved a car crashing into a house, resulting in one death and two serious injuries, with the road closed for over 12 hours before reopening. In Greater Manchester, the westbound carriageway of the M602 was closed between Junction 2 and Junction 1 due to a collision, with emergency services attending and traffic being turned around. Near Warwick, the M40 motorway between Junctions 15 and 16 was shut on both sides following a crash, with motorists advised to seek alternative routes. Additionally, a single-vehicle collision on the R370 at Lurgan, Frenchpark, Co Roscommon, led to road closure and diversions, with emergency services on scene. These incidents have prompted police and authorities to urge drivers to avoid affected areas and check for travel updates.