Tuesday 16th August 2016 – 2.30pm – Murray MacGregor.
A crash that led to a dramatic fire has closed a busy dual carriageway and left one man needing hospital treatment.
The A449 from Blackpole to the M5 around the east side of Worcester was closed after a collision between two HGVs shortly before 11.30am this morning (Tuesday).
An ambulance and a paramedic area support officer were sent to the scene.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: “The collision caused a fire that has totally consumed one of the lorries, which was carrying wood chips.
“The driver of that lorry, a man, suffered chest injuries from the seatbelt and steering wheel and was conveyed to Worcestershire Royal Hospital. The other driver was uninjured and was able to decouple the cab from the trailer before the fire took hold.
“The A449 remains completely closed in both directions could remain so for several hours – an estimated re-opening time is 5.00pm.
“Motorists are advised to be aware that surrounding roads are likely to be extremely busy.”
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