Emergency services called to A35 near Bridport in early-morning crash
Both directions of the road between the A3066 and the B3157 near Bridport have been closed
Motorists in Dorset are experiencing delays after a collision involving multiple vehicles on the A35.
The collision occurred at approximately 03:50 and involved a car and a motorcycle.
Both directions of the road between the A3066 and the B3157 near Bridport have been closed.
Dorset Police is leading the response effort as part of their investigation into the collision, which included all emergency services working at the scene.
National Highways contractors are heading to the area to set up strategic road closures.
Diversion Routes
To ease traffic, Dorset Police has established diversion routes using local roads.
Signs indicating the solid diamond diversion symbol should be followed.
Westbound traffic is advised to exit at the "East Road" roundabout with the B3162/A3066, taking the second exit towards "Town Centre" along the B3162.
Eastbound traffic should leave the A35 at the B3162 junction and proceed along the B3162 through Bridport.
Both routes will eventually re-join the A35 near Symondsbury.
Motorists affected by the closure should plan their journeys accordingly, considering alternative routes or delays.
For more information, visit National Highways' regional X feed.
Their 24/7 contact centre is also available at 0300 123 5000 for the latest updates.