A1M closed in both directions after lorry overturns near Catterick

A1M lorry crash
The incident happened between junction 52 for Catterick and junction 51 for Leeming Bar. Credit: National Highways

The A1M was closed in both directions on Friday morning after a lorry crashed through the central reservation and overturned near Catterick in North Yorkshire.

The road was shut between junction 52 for Catterick and junction 51 for Leeming Bar after the low loader, carrying machinery, ended up on its side at around 7am.

The incident left debris across both carriageways.

The lorry went through the central reservation. Credit: Richmond Fire Station

Motorists were advised to plan ahead, leave extra time or delay their journeys.

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: "The A1(M) at Catterick is currently closed both north and south bound between junctions 51 and 52 after a lorry overturned at around 7am today (Fri 10 Feb).

"Diversions are in place while the emergency services work at the scene. Please avoid the area if you can until further notice.

"We'll update you when the route re-opens."

In a Facebook post, Richmond Fire Station said the road "will be closed for sometime". It added: "No one was injured luckily just a lot of debris and diesel across both carriageways."

There were long tailbacks after the incident. Credit: National Highways

National Highways said "extensive recovery and clean-up work" was underway.

What is the diversion route?

Road users are advised to follow the hollow circle diversion symbol on northbound road signs:

  • Exit the A1M at J51 and take the A6055

  • Continue for approximately six miles on the A6055

  • Rejoin the A1M at J52

Road users are advised to follow the solid square diversion symbol on southbound road signs:

  • Follow the above route, but in reverse

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