A46 car accident causes severe delays between Newark and Saxondale

A major road is partially closed due to an overturned vehicle. The A46 southbound between the Thorpe turn off and the Kneeton turn off is partially blocked as a car rolled over. The accident was first reported around 3.45pm today (January 16) on the AA traffic website.

Stock image of a car.

It is affecting traffic between Newark and Saxondale.

Delays of 20 minutes and increasing were reported on Farndon roundabout northbound between the A46 and A1 – Newark Showground and Air Musuem turn off.

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service are in attendance.

Drivers are expected to exercise patience and avoid the area if possible.