A section of the westbound A180 near Barnetby Top (Junction 5) has been closed following a serious road traffic collision involving a car towing a caravan, resulting in a substantial emergency response and significant delays for motorists.
According to initial reports, the incident occurred when a vehicle towing a caravan reportedly overturned on the carriageway. The circumstances surrounding the crash have not yet been confirmed, and authorities are continuing to investigate what led to the rollover.
Emergency personnel, including police officers, firefighters, and ambulance crews, responded quickly to the scene and remain on-site managing the incident. The westbound carriageway has been fully closed while recovery teams work to remove the damaged vehicle and caravan and ensure the roadway is safe for reopening.
Drivers have been advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes where possible, as congestion is expected to affect surrounding roads and nearby junctions. Traffic officials have warned that delays may continue while recovery operations and investigations are underway.
At this time, authorities have not released information regarding possible injuries or fatalities, and no official details about those involved have been made public. Further updates are expected once emergency services complete their initial assessment of the scene.
The A180 serves as a major transport corridor linking Grimsby with the M180 Motorway, meaning closures on this stretch can have a significant impact on traffic across North Lincolnshire and surrounding areas.
Police have confirmed that inquiries into the cause of the collision will continue after the scene has been secured and recovery efforts are completed.
Motorists are encouraged to monitor local traffic updates and follow instructions from emergency services while the closure remains in effect. Further information is expected as authorities continue their investigation.