IPOH, Oct 15 — A crash involving a container lorry at Kilometre (KM) 256 northbound of the North-South Expressway (PLUS), from the Menora Tunnel to Kuala Kangsar this morning is causing traffic congestion stretching over seven kilometres near Kuala Kangsar.

PLUS Malaysia Berhad (PLUS), in a post on its social media platform X via the @plustrafik account, said the 7.56am incident has resulted in all northbound lanes being blocked, leading to the traffic buildup.

“Clearing works involving the container lorry accident are currently ongoing at KM256.8 northbound between the Menora Tunnel and Kuala Kangsar stretch. 

“All lanes remain blocked, and a contraflow is still active from KM255.8 to KM257.3 southbound. The U-turn and mandatory exit have been deactivated,” the post said as of 11.30am.

PLUS also advised motorists to follow instructions from traffic controllers or signages at the scene and to consider using alternative routes.