Traffic at a standstill on A14 after car overturns

An accident on the A14 is causing heavy congestion on the eastbound carriageway around Kettering this evening (Thursday, May 16).
Live traffic cameras are showing traffic at a standstillLive traffic cameras are showing traffic at a standstill
Live traffic cameras are showing traffic at a standstill

A car has overturned between J7 Kettering North and J8 Kettering Central on the A14.

Emergency services are on the scene but traffic is backed-up as far as junction 3, with slow-moving vehicles also on the opposite carriageway.

It is expected to be at least an hour before the accident is clear.

Traffic is at a standstill and delays are timed at about 20 minutes.

The extent of any injuries is unknown.