Rush hour delays due to multi-vehicle collision on A45 in Northampton
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Visit Shots! now[1]A main dual carriageway is closed in Northampton after a collision. The A45[2] westbound is closed between the A43[3]/Riverside junction and the Barnes Meadow/Bedford Road junction this evening (Friday December 1).
National Highways say the closure is due to a multi-vehicle collision, and that emergency services are on scene.
Drivers are warned to avoid the A45 near Northampton.The road authority posted on X, formerly Twitter: "The #A45 is CLOSED westbound between the #A43 and #A428/#A5095 near #Northampton due to a multi-vehicle collision. "More info to follow." "We are in attendance with @northantspolice & @EMASNHSTrust
"Traffic[4] is backing up in the area & causing delays. Please find alternate routes." AA Traffic is reporting severe delays.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area.
Northamptonshire Police has been contacted for comment.