Blaydon footbridge: Latest updates as traffic builds
A vehicle hit the footbridge at Blaydon Highway, leaving it in danger of collapsing
Blaydon footbridge: Police advise alternative routes
Motrorists are being warned to stay away from the Blaydon Highway as heavy traffic builds after a vehicle hit a footbridge.
Roads have been closed over fears the footbridge could collapse.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use an alternative route. Diversions are in place at:
- on Blaydon Highway
- Eastbound - Stella Rd to Shibdon Rd then Derwenthaugh Rd
- Westbound - Derwenthaugh Rd onto Shibdon Rd to Stella Rd
Police said HGVs will need to travel on the A1 then over Newburn Bridge.
Officers in area working to keep traffic moving.
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