A75 closed following road traffic collision near Cleughbrae

Emergency services are at the scene <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i>
Emergency services are at the scene (Image: Newsquest)
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Motorists are facing disruption on the A75 in Dumfries and Galloway after a crash led to the road being closed in both directions.

Emergency services remain at the scene as the incident continues to be dealt with.

Traffic is being affected in both directions, and drivers travelling through the area are being urged to take care and allow extra time for their journeys.

The accident happened at 5:30am, and the road has been closed for more than 12 hours as of this report.


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No details have yet been released regarding the number of vehicles involved or whether there have been any injuries.

Updates are expected as emergency crews continue their response at the scene.

Traffic Scotland said on social media: "The A75 is now partially blocked in both directions following the earlier road traffic collision.

"Emergency services remain at scene,"

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