Both lanes of the Mitchell Highway are now opened but drivers are being urged to show caution in the area following a two-car smash north of Molong on Sunday afternoon.

A serious two car crash forced the closure of the Mitchell Highway in both directions at Bakers Swamp.

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Eastbound traffic was being diverted via Burrendong Way and motorists travelling westbound were directed towards Molong, Banjo Patterson Way and Renshaw McGirr Way, but those diversions have since been lifted.

All lanes are open, but will maintain a speed restriction of 60 kilometers-per-hour until at least Tuesday.

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For the latest traffic information visit the Live Traffic website or call 132 701.