Major Scots road shut down due to 'serious' early-morning multi-vehicle smash
15.08.2022 - 10:45
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
A major Scots road has been closed by police following a 'serious' multi-vehicle crash.
Emergency services are currently in attendance on the A71 near the Dalmahoy junction in Edinburgh. Police informed motorists of the closure this morning following the incident involving two vehicles.
Access to the Dalmahoy Hotel is still being granted, however only from the Edinburgh side of the closure, Edinburgh Live reports. The incident occurred during the early hours between Hatton Bridge and Addiston Mains, with Several Lothian Bus routes also diverted until the road reopens.
It is currently unknown if there are any injuries.
Road Policing Scotland posted: "The A71 is currently closed in both directions at the Dalmahoy junction following a serious two vehicle road traffic collision. Access to Dalmahoy Hotel is still being permitted, however only from the Edinburgh side of the closure. Thanks for your patience."
While Edinburgh Police gave a more accurate location of the crash, adding: "Please be aware the #A71 #Kirknewton - near to the #Dalmahoy - is currently closed between Hatton Bridge and Addiston Mains due to a road traffic accident. Please use an alternative route."
A Lothian Bus service alert noted that the X27 and X28 are currently being diverted away from the incident. It says: "Due to a road closure buses are unable to serve part of A71 between Sighthill and Wilkieston and are instead diverted via Bonnington Road, Cliftonhall Road, Glasgow Road and A720 both directions until further notice. Due to increased traffic on this diversion buses are also subject to delays."
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