The A1 is currently closed northbound between the B6325 and the A6075 with delays approaching the closure.
This closure is due to a lorry fire that is carrying chemicals.
Emergency services and specialist recovery contractors are working at the scene.
For traffic approaching the closure locally, you are advised to expect disruption with extra journey time and may potentially have to re-route your journey.
If travelling towards this area from much farther afield, you may wish to change your strategic route, allow extra travel time and follow guidance from our on-road variable message signs and media.
Diversion route details and guidance is as follows;
Exit the A1 at the B6325 North Muskham Interchange and tak the B6325 to South Muskham. At the mini roundabout turn right onto the A616 through the villages of Kneesall and Ompton to Ollerton. At the A616/A6075 roundabout, turn left onto Ollerton Road and continue along the A616 until the A616/A614 roundabout. Turn right onto the A614 Blyth Road and continue north for approximately 1km, until the A1/A614/A57 Apleyhead Junction, then rejoin the A1.
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service said:’
‘This was one HGV container with chemicals involved in fire.
‘Crews used 6 Breathing Apparatus, hose reels and TIC’s to deal with the incident.
‘It has now been handed over to the Police and Environment Agency.’