From vic roads: might be leaving a little early
Friday 11 February
12.00pm
Princes Freeway (Morwell Bypass), Morwell - Freeway closed in both directions at the Morwell exits due to the impact of recent rainfall and potential landslip.
Victoria Police and VicRoads have closed the Princes Freeway at Morwell in both directions.
East and westbound traffic is being diverted through the township of Morwell, via Princes Drive (Old Princes Highway). Most heavy vehicles (excluding Over Dimensional Vehicles) can use this diversion route.
View map of the diversion route
Motorists wishing to travel towards Melbourne from Morwell cannot access the Freeway from the following entry ramps:
* Tramway Road
* Monash Way
* Miners Way
The Strzelecki Highway entry ramp is also closed.
VicRoads advises drivers to expect delays and allow extra time to complete their journey.
Call the VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) if you require further assistance.