Serious crash closes A14 in Northamptonshire

Eastbound carriageway blocked from M1 to Welford
The A14 is closed after an accident in Northamptonshire this morningThe A14 is closed after an accident in Northamptonshire this morning
The A14 is closed after an accident in Northamptonshire this morning

The A14 is closed in Northamptonshire this morning (Monday) after a serious accident.

Highways England reported Northamptonshire Police, ambulance and fire services are all on scene of the smash on the eastbound carriageway between the M1 Catthorpe Interchange and Junction 1 near Welford.

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Road users heading eastbound are advised to use diversion via the M1 southbound to Junction 15 and then the A45.

A spokesman for Highways England warned: "Please allow extra time for your journey, should you be travelling in the area."

No estimates have been given for how long the 6½-mile stretch will remain closed.

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Highways England traffic cameras showed the scene of the accident on the A14Highways England traffic cameras showed the scene of the accident on the A14
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