Emergency services at collision in Chesterfield

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Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 2 hours ago

Emergency services are at the scene of a collision in Chesterfield on the Horns Bridge Roundabout.

The route from there towards the M1 is affected - with big delays in the area.

We are being asked to avoid it.

A statement from Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service: "We are currently in attendance at a road traffic collision on the Horns Bridge roundabout in Chesterfield.

"Two fire engines are in attendance alongside other emegency services.

"Horns Bridge roundabout leading to the A617 towards the M1 is closed. The A61 southbound is also closed between Tesco, Lockoford Lane, and Horns Bridge roundabout, and is expected to remain closed for much of the day.

"Please avoid the area and find alternative routes. There is a large amount of standing traffic."

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