A significant traffic disruption affected commuters traveling toward Toronto on Monday morning after a collision blocked multiple lanes of the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) near Stoney Creek.The incident occurred close to Nikola Tesla Boulevard and involved two vehicles, causing major delays during the height of the morning rush hour.

For much of the morning, only one Toronto-bound lane remained open to traffic, creating extensive congestion and slow-moving conditions for drivers heading into the Greater Toronto Area.

According to traffic updates provided during the commute, motorists experienced substantial delays as traffic backed up through the affected section of the highway.

CP24 traffic specialist Meital Sperling reported that the right lane was the only lane available for through traffic, resulting in particularly slow travel times for drivers leaving the Stoney Creek area.Authorities also indicated that a truck was involved in the collision.

However, the truck driver reportedly left the scene before officials arrived, and further details about that vehicle or its involvement were not immediately available.Investigators continued to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash.Information regarding injuries was not released, and it remained unclear whether any of the individuals involved required medical attention.Traffic conditions gradually improved later in the morning, with the blocked lanes reopening and the incident clearing shortly after 10:00 a.m.The event highlights the significant impact that lane closures on major highways can have on regional transportation during peak commuting hours.