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A9 closed southbound at Dunblane after crash

The A9 near Dunblane <i>(Image: Google)</i>
The A9 near Dunblane (Image: Google)
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Motorists have been warned to expect delays after a crash between two HGVs closed the A9 in one direction.

The major road was shut this morning to those travelling south near Dunblane, following the accident.

Police and emergency services are at the scene. The drivers of both vehicles have been taken to hospital.


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The incident happened at around 4am between the Doune Road junction and Keir Roundabout.

Traffic is being diverted, and motorists have been urged to use alternative routes while the road remains shut.

Traffic Scotland said on social media: “A9 [southbound between the] A820 Doune Road junction and Keir Roundabout is closed due to a road traffic collision. Police and all emergency services are present [at the scene].”

Police Scotland said: "The A9 is closed southbound between the A820 and Keir Roundabout following a two-vehicle crash, involving HGVs, which happened around 4.20am on Wednesday, 17 June.

"Both drivers have been taken to hospital.

"It will remain closed or reduced to one lane to allow for vehicle recovery. Diversions are in place. "

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