What caused the A14 lane closure near Beyton?

A large pothole caused damage to several vehicles, leading to a lane closure on the A14.

Were any vehicles damaged by the A14 pothole?

Yes, several vehicles had their tyres damaged by the pothole on the A14 westbound carriageway.

Who repaired the pothole on the A14 in Suffolk?

National Highways was called to the scene to perform emergency repairs on the pothole.

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Pothole Chaos: A14 Lane Closed After Vehicle Damage

9 Jan

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Summary

A14 lane closed in Suffolk due to a hazardous pothole.
Several vehicles sustained tyre damage from the pothole.
Emergency repairs were conducted by National Highways.

Pothole Chaos: A14 Lane Closed After Vehicle Damage

A lane closure was implemented on the A14 in Suffolk following a severe pothole incident that resulted in damage to several vehicles. The westbound carriageway between junction 46, near Beyton and Thurston, and junction 45, near Rougham, became hazardous.

At approximately 07:30 GMT, Suffolk Police responded to reports of the pothole. Officers confirmed that numerous vehicles had sustained damage to their tyres, and several lorries were compelled to stop in a nearby layby due to the road defect.