Delays expected throughout this morning on A30 in Cornwall
Traffic bulletin issued for Cornwall this morning
Road users in Cornwall are urged to allow more time to travel this morning as the A30 is closed between the A389 (Bodmin) and the A395 (Pipers Pool) following a serious collision.
Both carriageways are expected to remain closed beyond the morning’s peak travel period as emergency services remain at the scene of the incident, which happened at around 10.30pm yesterday (Thursday, 2 May 2024)
The collision involved two vehicles. A police collision investigation is currently taking place.
Drivers are advised to avoid this section of the A30 if possible, by delaying journeys or seeking alternative routes.
Diversion
Road users travelling southbound are advised to follow the Solid Square diversion symbol on road signs.
Travelling eastbound exit the A30 at Carminow cross roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto the A38 eastbound. At Carkeel roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A388 northbound re-join the A30 at Launceston. Westbound is the reverse of this route.
The latest traffic information is available at www.trafficengland.com or from National Highways’ 24/7 customer contact centre at 0300 123 5000. Updates will also be posted to National Highways’ regional X (Twitter feed) @HighwaysSWEST.
Notes to Editors
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