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‘Travel chaos’ as lorry stuck under Walkden bridge
Police closed Walkden Road, between Chestnut Avenue and Mullineux Street, following the incident at the junction.
The HGV became stuck under the low bridge, prompting a response from emergency services.
The low rail bridge is clearly signposted for motorists (Image: James Jordan)
A Network Rail spokesperson said: “Yesterday afternoon, Monday 23 March, at around 4pm, we received a call advising us that a lorry had struck a rail bridge on Walkden Road in Walkden.
“We immediately put in place safety precautions for trains travelling over the bridge and sent a team to inspect the site.
“The railway was fully reopened at around 5.30pm.
“Bridge strikes like these have the potential to be very dangerous and disruptive but they can be avoided.
“We urge drivers to always know the height and size of their vehicles, including any loads they are carrying, and to carefully plan their routes so our infrastructure isn’t put at risk in this way.”
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police confirmed that no injuries were reported.
“Officers were on hand to support with road closures whilst the lorry was removed,” the spokesperson added.
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