Edinburgh Drivers Alerted of Major Road Closure Due to Police Incident
Edinburgh drivers have been warned of a significant road closure due to a ‘police incident’. The city bypass has been affected, with a section of the A720 westbound at Calder junction being closed on Wednesday evening. Emergency services are currently at the scene, dealing with the ongoing situation.
Traffic Scotland issued an alert at 7.45pm, notifying drivers that the A720 westbound at Calder junction, leading onto the slip at junction one of the M8, is closed. Motorists are being urged to find alternative routes to avoid delays and congestion in the area.
The closure has been implemented due to an ongoing police incident, with emergency services working to resolve the situation. Images from the scene show traffic backed up on the slip road, with flashing blue lights indicating the presence of emergency vehicles.
In response to the closure, Traffic Scotland took to Twitter to provide updates and guidance to drivers. They stated, “The A720 (W) Calder Junction on slip to the M8 (W) J1 is CLOSED due to an ongoing police incident. Emergency services are attending the scene. Road users are advised to use alternative routes at this time.”
It is important to note that there is currently no access to the M8 Westbound junction one from the A720 westbound Calder junction slip road. The closure is expected to remain in place until the situation is resolved, and authorities have deemed the area safe for traffic to resume.
Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service are both present at the scene, working together to manage the incident. Further details and updates will be provided as they become available.
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As the situation develops, it is crucial for drivers to heed the warnings and seek alternative routes to avoid disruption and delays. The safety of all road users and emergency responders is of utmost importance, and cooperation from the public is essential in managing such incidents effectively. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this time.
