A66 eastbound reopens after one-vehicle collision near Rheged

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 3 Nov, 19:16 · Archive

The A66 eastbound near Rheged Centre has reopened following a one-vehicle collision involving a vehicle towing a trailer.

The A66 eastbound near the Rheged Centre has reopened following a one-vehicle collision. The road had been closed from the roundabout at Rheged towards the M6, affecting eastbound traffic towards the M6.

The vehicle involved in the collision had been towing a trailer. Cumbria Police initially said the road was expected to remain closed for up to another two hours and asked motorists to find alternative routes where possible.

Police thanked motorists for their patience during the closure.

How it is being reported

• A66 eastbound reopens near Rheged Centre after one-vehicle collisionA66 eastbound near Rheged Centre reopens after one-vehicle collision involving a vehicle towing a trailer; Cumbria Police advised motorists to seek alternatives.News & Star · 3 Nov, 18:56
• A66 closed eastbound after one-vehicle collision near Rheged centreA66 eastbound closed near Rheged centre after a one-vehicle collision, affecting traffic towards the M6. Drivers urged to find an alternative route.Cumberland News · 3 Nov, 15:22

In this story: A66 · Rheged Centre · M6 · Cumbria Police

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