Hagley Road in Birmingham Blocked After Serious Collision, Emergency Services on Scene
A major route in Birmingham is currently blocked in both directions following reports of a serious collision. Edgbaston's Hagley Road, near the junction with Portland Road, is shut both ways as emergency services rush to the scene.
Traffic Disruption and Delays
Drivers are being warned to expect huge delays due to the incident. West Midlands Roads confirmed the road was blocked following a collision, with emergency services on scene. A spokesperson for West Midlands Roads wrote on social media platform X: "A456 Hagley Road at junction with Portland Road, Edgbaston. Road blocked in both directions due to a collision, with emergency services on scene. Expect delays. Plan ahead."
Latest Traffic Updates
The latest update on traffic tracker Inrix reads: "A456 Hagley Road in both directions blocked. Queueing traffic due to accident from B4125 Portland Road to B4129 Rotton Park Road (Norfolk Cross)." BirminghamLive has contacted West Midlands Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service for comment on the incident.
This is a breaking news story, and further updates are expected as emergency services continue to manage the scene. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes to minimize disruption.
