Major police operation causes M4 to close, leading to heavy traffic.

Attention all drivers in western Sydney! If you're planning on hitting the road this morning, be prepared for some major delays. The M4 at Merrylands has been shut down due to a police operation, causing significant traffic build-up during peak commute hours.

This closure affects both directions of the motorway, from Burnett Street to Cumberland Highway. To get around it, westbound drivers will be redirected onto Burnett Street, the Great Western Highway, and Cumberland Highway. It's important to follow these diversions and the instructions of emergency crews on site.

As you can imagine, the heavy traffic in the area is causing quite a headache for motorists. To avoid getting stuck in the gridlock, it's best to allow plenty of extra travel time. And if you happen to come across any local buses, just know that they are also experiencing delays.

But don't worry, authorities have reassured the public that there is no immediate danger. So while the situation may be inconvenient, it's all in the name of keeping everyone safe. One tradie who spoke to 9News shared that he expects to be delayed by a whopping two hours on his journey to work this morning. That's definitely not the ideal way to start the day!

To give you an idea of the extent of the traffic, the Cumberland Highway is currently backed up for a staggering 20km. That's way past the M7 motorway! So if you can, it might be wise to take an alternate route or even consider delaying your travel plans until the situation clears up.

We'll keep you updated on any developments, but in the meantime, please stay patient and drive safely. Let's all work together to navigate through this unexpected road closure.

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