Tienen (Eurotoday) – The E40 between Liège and Brussels remains fully blocked at Tienen due to a truck accident involving cattle feed. Authorities expect disruptions to continue for several hours. Law enforcement officials have stopped vehicles from reversing out of the blocked area, which extends from Tienen to the accident site.
A single-truck accident near Tienen on the E40 highway caused the complete closure of the road connecting Brussels with Liège after a cattle feed container overturned. The crash between Tienen and Boutersem resulted in significant traffic issues, forcing drivers to reroute. Official updates indicate that the road closure will remain in place for several hours to allow for cleanup and recovery work.
Reports confirm that the truck overturned during the daytime, leaving the vehicle stranded on the road while leaking fuel and causing traffic congestion in both directions.
The driver sustained minor injuries and was taken to a medical facility for treatment. No other vehicles were involved in the accident. Motorists are advised to take the Tienen exit and follow N29 via the ring road and N3 to reach Boutersem before rejoining the E40. Traffic delays have already lasted more than thirty minutes, so drivers should avoid the affected area where possible.
What is the background of the E40 accident in Tienen?
The Belgian E40 highway serves as a crucial transport link between Liège and Brussels, accommodating both local commuters and commercial freight. As one of Belgium’s most heavily used highways, it records a daily traffic volume of around 100,000 vehicles. The Flanders town of Tienen is a key transit point along this busy route.
Heavy goods vehicle accidents on the E40 frequently lead to severe congestion since the highway is vital for both domestic and international transport. The fuel spill from the overturned truck has necessitated specialised cleanup efforts to ensure safety and mitigate environmental risks.
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2 responses to “Tienen: Overturned Truck on E40 Disrupts Liège-Brussels Traffic”
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Just what we needed—a lovely detour courtesy of a truck full of cattle feed! 🚚🐄 Next time, maybe they should consider a flying start for their driving auditions. Cheers to yet another “unplanned” adventure on the E40! 😅
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Traffic jams, cattle feed spills, and a truck that’s auditioning for the latest episode of “Belgium’s Got Disasters”—just another day on the E40, eh? 🚚💩 If I wanted to sit in one place for hours, I’d just take a meeting with my accountant!
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