A fallen industrial pipe has forced the closure of a carriageway on the A66.

Motorists are being warned of delays following the closure of the westbound carriageway of the A66 at 1.25pm today (Wednesday, June 28).

The 20m-long, 1.5-diameter section of pipe fell from a lorry just past the Shepherdson Way junction, between North Ormesby and Cineworld.

The A66 westbound is closed between Cargo Fleet Lane and North Ormesby.

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Cleveland Police and Middlesbrough Council’s Highways team are at the scene, diverting traffic off the A66 at the junction.

A spokesperson for Cleveland Police said: “The A66 westbound is closed between Cargo Fleet Lane and North Ormesby in Middlesbrough due to concrete falling into the road from a lorry and causing damage.

“Please avoid the area and use alternative routes.”

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A Middlesbrough Council spokesman said: “This is likely to be a lengthy closure as a crane will be required to lift the section of pipe, and repairs will need to be carried out to the carriageway.

“Where possible we would advise motorists to avoid the area until further notice, and we apologise for any inconvenience.”