The A38 in Devon is partially closed following an earlier collision leading to heavy congestion. According to National Highways, one lane on the eastbound carriageway between Newton Abbot and Exeter Racecourse has been closed.
This is the result of a collision. At this time it is unclear how many vehicles are involved or if anyone has been injured. DevonLive has contacted Devon and Cornwall Police for more information.
National Highways estimates at least 30 additional minutes have been added to journey times. A spokesperson for National Highways has also confirmed officers from Devon and Cornwall Police are at the scene.
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A38 clear
The scene is now clear & all lanes have re-opened on the #A38 eastbound between the #B3344 & the #A380 following a collision.
— National Highways: South-West (@HighwaysSWEST) July 15, 2023
Residual delays of 30 mins above the average journey times at #Chudleigh, however delays should start to clear soon.
Thank you for your patience.
National Highways update
Lane 1 (of 2) is closed on the #A38 eastbound between the #B3344 near #NewtonAbbot and the #A380 near @ExeterRaces due to a collision.@DC_Police are on the scene.
— National Highways: South-West (@HighwaysSWEST) July 15, 2023
There are long delays adding at least 30 mins to average journey times at #Chudleigh pic.twitter.com/OCgyU2H2dr
