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Major A14 Shutdown After Multi-Vehicle Incidents
27 Jan
Summary
- A14 closed both ways near Catthorpe Interchange and junction two.
- Two lorries and a van involved in a crash on the eastbound side.
- Emergency services are actively managing traffic on surrounding routes.
The A14 in Northamptonshire is currently experiencing closures in both directions following two separate traffic incidents. The section affected is between the Catthorpe Interchange and junction two for Kelmarsh. These closures are causing substantial disruption, with westbound traffic facing delays up to junction eight near Kettering. Surrounding roads are also experiencing increased congestion as a result.
On the eastbound carriageway, a collision involving two lorries and a van occurred around 05:30 GMT. Emergency services, including Northamptonshire Police, are on site. National Highways is managing traffic flow and has implemented diversion routes for drivers on the M1 and M6 motorways. Further details on the full diversion plans are available on the National Highways website.
