Motorists were advised to avoid the area
The A483 is closed southbound due to an overturned lorry(Image: Traffic Wales)
A main road was shut due to an overturned lorry. The crash happened at the Halton Roundabout in Chirk and led to the closure of the southbound carriageway of the A483 between the roundabout and Ruabon.
Traffic Wales said emergency services were at the scene, and told drivers to expect delays. They said there were also delays on the northbound carriageway, North Wales Live reported. Make sure you never miss Wales’ biggest updates by getting our daily newsletter
At 3.25pm, a North Wales Police spokesperson added: “The A5 at Junction one, Halton roundabout in Chirk is currently closed in the southbound direction due to an overturned wagon.
“Please avoid the area and use alternative routes whilst emergency services are in attendance.”
In an update at 5.20pm on Friday, Traffic Wales said: “Recovery will begin at 6.30pm, and the road will remain closed until the lorry has been recovered. Please use an alternative route and allow extra time for your journey.”
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