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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Major road closed after lorry overturns during yellow wind warning

A BUSY road has been closed after a lorry was found on its side as parts of Scotland face a yellow wind warning.

The A83, just north of the Rest and Be Thankful, was shut in both directions at around 8am this morning (December 21) after police arrived at the scene.

Traffic Scotland has confirmed that there are almost 60-mile diversions in place via Dalmally, the A82 and A819.

The National: Diversions are currently in place Diversions are currently in place (Image: Traffic Scotland)

Police and recovery services are currently at the scene.

A yellow weather warning is currently in place across Argyll and Bute this week, with winds as strong as 50mph predicted.

The Met Office issued the warning for high winds, with people being urged to be cautious when travelling.

The warning is in place for Thursday, December 21, between midnight and 9pm.

Police Scotland have been approached for comment.

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