Major delays hit the A16 this afternoon as part of the busy route was...

Published: 12:49 pm November 21, 2025
Updated: 2:51 pm November 21, 2025
Single Vehicle Collision Brings Chaos

 

Major delays hit the A16 this afternoon as part of the busy route was closed both ways following a crash.

Single Vehicle Collision Brings Chaos

The smash happened just after 1pm on Louth Road, between New Waltham and Scartho. Emergency services rushed to the scene, with an air ambulance spotted arriving shortly before 1:30pm.

Police Issue Warning

A Humberside Police spokesperson said: “Officers are currently in attendance to reports of a single vehicle road traffic collision on the A16 near the Louth Road junction at around 1.10pm this afternoon (Friday, 21 November 2025). A road closure remains in place to allow emergency services to work safely, and we advise motorists to avoid the area where possible.”

Motorists Told to Steer Clear

  • Delays expected for hours
  • Drivers urged to find alternative routes
  • Updates to follow as the situation develops

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