Traffic is queueing along the road while recovery takes place
Traffic is queueing along a major A-road after a “significant” crash involving two lorries. The A1 near Stibbington, between the A1139 Fletton Parkway in Peterborough and A47 at Wansford, was closed in both directions just after 4am today (Tuesday, July 28).
Two lorries crashed along the road and later caught fire. The Peterborough Volunteer Fire Brigade attended the scene.
A fire spokesperson said: “A significant incident is currently ongoing on the A1 northbound, with multiple fire service crews, ambulance personnel, and police in attendance.
“The A1 northbound is fully closed between Chesterton and Wansford. Motorists are advised to avoid the area, seek alternative routes, and expect significant delays while emergency services respond.”
There are currently delays of around 20 minutes and two miles of congestion this morning while recovery takes place, National Highways reports.
Cambridgeshire Police, Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue and the East of England Ambulance Service have been contacted for further information.
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