North Yorkshire road blocked after cement mixer overturns

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Photograph: YorkMix

A North Yorkshire road is blocked by an overturned cement mixer this afternoon (Thursday, 16 March).

Police said on social media: “The A170 between Thirsk and Sutton Bank is closed due to an overturned cement mixer.

“As you can imagine, the road will be closed for some time while we work to recover the vehicle, so please plan your journeys accordingly.”