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M27 motorway delays caused by lorry crash | M27 motorway delays caused by lorry crash |
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Drivers have experienced long delays after a lorry crashed into the central reservation of the M27 in Hampshire. | Drivers have experienced long delays after a lorry crashed into the central reservation of the M27 in Hampshire. |
The vehicle hit the barrier on the eastbound carriageway between junctions five (Southampton Airport) and seven (Hedge End) at about 07:00 GMT. | The vehicle hit the barrier on the eastbound carriageway between junctions five (Southampton Airport) and seven (Hedge End) at about 07:00 GMT. |
Lane three on both carriageways has been closed, with the Highways Agency reporting delays of up to one hour. | Lane three on both carriageways has been closed, with the Highways Agency reporting delays of up to one hour. |
Hampshire police's roads unit said the closures could be in place until about 22:30 GMT. | |
Motorists were being advised to plan for longer journey times and find alternative routes. | |
The driver of the lorry had been taken to hospital. His injuries are not thought to be serious. | |
Repair work was expected to take several hours, the Highways Agency said. | Repair work was expected to take several hours, the Highways Agency said. |
Motorists are being advised to avoid the area. | Motorists are being advised to avoid the area. |