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Lorry Bridge Strike Sparks A14 Chaos
16 Mar
Summary
- A lorry struck a bridge, causing road closure and diversions.
- The A14 eastbound carriageway is shut between J49 and J50.
- Motorists face four miles of congestion due to the incident.
The A14's eastbound carriageway in Suffolk experienced significant disruption on 2026-03-16, following a lorry striking a bridge. The incident occurred between junction 49 at Tot Hill and junction 50 near Stowmarket.
Debris from the initial collision subsequently caused a secondary crash. National Highways East has warned motorists to anticipate substantial delays, with congestion extending for approximately four miles.
Drivers planning to use this section of the A14 are advised to allow for extra journey time. The recommended diversion involves exiting at Tot Hill and following the A1308 through Stowmarket.
Motorists should then proceed to the junction with the A1120 and B1113. From there, they are directed to turn left and continue on the A1120 to eventually rejoin the A14 at junction 50.
