A1 closed both ways following reports of accident
Last updated 2nd May 2023
The A1 was closed both ways in Northumberland following a collision between a lorry and a car.
It happened close to Purdy Lodge - between the Bellshill and Warenford exits - shortly before 11.30am this morning (Tuesday).
Emergency services rushed to the scene after the alarm was raised, and local diversions were put in place until the road was cleared.
But the cross-border route has since reopened.
The extent of any injuries is unknown.
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A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “At around 11.25am today (Tuesday) police received a report of a two-vehicle collision involving a car and a lorry on the A1 northbound in Northumberland, between the Bellshill and Warenford exits.
“Emergency services are currently in attendance and local diversions have been put in place until the road can be cleared.”
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