The A66 is closed in both directions between the A592 and the A591 near Keswick in Cumbria following a multiple vehicle collision.
The accident happened just after 9am and the road is expected to remain closed throughout the day.
Emergency services are in attendance. National Highways service providers are on scene to assist with traffic management.
Diversion Routes:
Eastbound:
Road users are advised to follow the “Hollow Diamond” diversion symbol on road signs
At the Crosthwaite Roundabout with the A591 take the exit for the A591 towards Bothel.
At the junction with the A595 turn right towards Carlisle.
Continue to the junction with the B5305 and turn right towards Penrith.
Follow the B5305 through Sebergham to M6 J41. Join the M6 southbound.
Exit at J40 of the M6 to re-join the A66
Westbound:
Road users are advised to follow the “Solid Circle” diversion symbol on road signs
At the Rheged Roundabout with the A592 join the A66 eastbound towards the M6.
Join the M6 northbound.
Exit the M6 northbound at J41.
At the roundabout take the first exit on to the B5305.
Continue on the B5305 through Sebergham to the junction with the A595.
Turn left and follow the A595 towards Keswick.
At Bothel turn left on to the A591 towards Keswick.
Re-join the A66 at the Crosthwaite Roundabout.
If this closure impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.
