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A1(M) shut between Bramham and Boston Spa after accident | A1(M) shut between Bramham and Boston Spa after accident |
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Four people have been injured in an accident which has closed the A1(M) between West and North Yorkshire. | Four people have been injured in an accident which has closed the A1(M) between West and North Yorkshire. |
It happened at about 06:20 GMT when a lorry travelling southbound overturned between junction 45, Boston Spa, and junction 44, Bramham, spilling its load on the northbound carriageway. | It happened at about 06:20 GMT when a lorry travelling southbound overturned between junction 45, Boston Spa, and junction 44, Bramham, spilling its load on the northbound carriageway. |
Three people had to be freed from their vehicles. Two had suffered serious injuries. | Three people had to be freed from their vehicles. Two had suffered serious injuries. |
The A1(M) is not expected to reopen until about 13:00 GMT. | |
Motorists are being warned to expect long delays, with all roads in the area reported to be heavily congested. | Motorists are being warned to expect long delays, with all roads in the area reported to be heavily congested. |
The Highways Agency is advising drivers to follow alternative routes where indicated. | The Highways Agency is advising drivers to follow alternative routes where indicated. |