6.35PM 5/8/22

Road has reopened.

A section of road between Mossburn and Lowther (Five Rivers) has been closed due to strong winds and motorists are asked to avoid the area or delay their journey.

Police advise a campervan blew over on the Mossburn, Five Rivers Road at around 2pm today due to the gale-force winds. The two occupants were unharmed.

A truck also rolled over near the intersection of Hillas Road and Mossburn, Five Rivers Road around the same time. The driver of the truck was not injured.

The intersection where the truck rolled, is partially blocked and this may remain for some time until the winds subside and the truck can be removed with tow wagons. 

Police and contractors are on site to ensure safety for road users.

Motorists, especially those with high-sided vehicles, including caravans and campervans are advised to exercise extreme caution while driving in the area today or avoid driving at all, if possible.

Motorists can detour via SH94 and SH6 (Lumsden).