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A46 Northbound Remains Closed After Lorry Overturns and Spills Oil

Recovery and cleanup efforts continue following the late-night incident near Newark, causing significant traffic disruptions and diversions.

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Overview

  • A lorry overturned on the A46 near Brownhills Roundabout late Tuesday night, spilling oil and leading to hazardous conditions.
  • The northbound stretch between the A617 and the A1 remains closed as of Wednesday morning while recovery and cleanup operations are ongoing.
  • National Highways crews, Nottinghamshire Police, and contractors are coordinating efforts to manage the complex recovery process and traffic flow.
  • Motorists are being diverted via the A616, B6325, and A1, with authorities advising drivers to allow extra travel time or delay their journeys.
  • Traffic monitoring services report significant queues near the closure, highlighting the disruption on this key regional route.