COMMUTERS faced lengthy tailbacks as the A1 was closed for several hours after water spilled on to it from flooded fields, sparking safety concerns.
The Highways Agency said motorists had reported flooding on the dual-carriageway near Scotch Corner at 5am today and its officers closed the road shortly afterwards.
Diversions were put in place as a high volume pump was brought to the scene.
An agency spokeswoman said: "Lengthy delays continued to develop due to the volume of traffic and diversions."
The road was opened shortly after 9am.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel