A1 closed after multi-vehicle crash

The A1 near Morpeth is closed in both directions following a multi-vehicle accident.
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Both north and southbound carriageways are closed at Bywell.

Drivers are advised to take off at St Leonard's, through Morpeth and back on to the A1 at Clifton.

Police are warning motorists to avoid the area where possible.