The M1 southbound has been forced to close all lanes due to a massive crash involving up to ten cars.
It happened near the Pimpama offramp for Exit 49 at around 4.45pm with all three southbound lanes currently closed.
Traffic is at a standstill back to Stapylton.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area or expect lengthy delays.
QAS paramedics are on scene, as well as Queensland Police.

TRAFFIC @ 5.05PM
More to come.