Overturned lorry blocks Borders road during morning rush-hour
Last updated 28th Feb 2024
There's been disruption for motorists on the morning commute after an overturned lorry blocked a busy Borders route.
The A697 is closed between Carfraemill and Greenlaw following the incident, which happened shortly before 7am this morning (Wednesday).
Police say its affecting traffic between the Lauder and Gordon turn-offs, and they expect the road to remain closed for some time, while the vehicle is recovered.
It's unclear exactly what's happened, but blustery conditions are making driving difficult in some exposed parts of the region today.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "The A697 is closed between Gordon junction and the Lauder junction after a lorry overturned this morning around 6.50am.
"Police are at the scene and the road is expected to be closed for some time.
"Diversions are in place at the Carfraemill roundabout and Gordon junction."
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