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🕐 Last verified 18 Mar, 00:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadA1
DirectionNorthbound
RegionNorth East
CountyGateshead District
Category (NH)Overturned Vehicle
ReportedTue 17 Mar, 20:51
ClearedWed 18 Mar, 00:05
Lasted3h 13m
Road typeUrban A-Road
Speed limit30 mph (urban)
Weather⛅ Partly cloudy
ReferenceREF-24453943

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

A1 northbound between the B6317 and the A694/A69 | Northbound | Overturned Vehicle

Location : The A1 northbound at the junction with the A694 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Accident involving an overturned vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 00:00 and 00:15 on 18 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:00 and 00:15 on 18 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

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Is the A1 closed?

Not because of this overturned vehicle. It cleared at 00:05 UK time on Wed 18 Mar. See the A1 right now.

What happened on the A1 on 17 Mar 2026?

Overturned vehicle on the A1 northbound in Gateshead District, reported at 20:51 UK time on Tue 17 Mar. Cleared at 00:05 on Wed 18 Mar.

How long did it last?

3h 13m, from 20:51 UK time on Tue 17 Mar.

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