A1 to remain closed this afternoon following serious collision, here’s where it’s diverting

Highway chiefs have confirmed the A1(M) will remain closed into the afternoon after a serious collision.

Police announced early this morning that the severe delays were expected with the road is closed in both directions between junctions 63 (Blind Lane, Chester-le-Street) and 62 (Carrville, Durham) after the incident.

National Highways and emergency services were called to the incident involving two cars shortly before 3:30am. Drivers were told they ‘may wish to find alternative routes, avoid the area or delay their journeys if at all possible’.

Road users are advised to follow the solid diamond diversion symbol on southbound road signs:

Exit at junction 63

At the roundabout take the fourth exit onto the A167

Follow the A167 until the roundabout with the A688

Take the first exit off the roundabout onto the A688

Re-join the A1M at junction 61

Traffic is being diverted locally from junction 62.

However, road users can also exit at junction 61 following the solid triangle diversion symbol on northbound road signs:

Exit at junction 61

Take the first exit off the roundabout onto the A688

At the fourth roundabout, take the fourth exit onto the A167

Re-join the A1M at junction 63