A section of the notorious A9 in the Highlands has been closed in both directions after a three-vehicle crash. Emergency crews raced to the scene after the alarm was raised at around 2pm today. The crash happened on the busy road near Kingussie at the junction with the A86 road. As a result, a section of the road has been locked down by police in both directions. Officers are currently at the scene and drivers have been urged to avoid the areas.
According to STV News, cops have confirmed that three vehicles have been involved in the smash. It is currently unknown if anyone has been injured as a result of the crash.
Drivers have been warned that traffic is starting to build up and become heavy in the area. Traffic Scotland took to social media to let motorists know about the road closure.
Posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, they asked road users to avoid the area if possible. They wrote: "A9 Kingussie. CLOSED Northbound due to a collision. Emergency services are at scene. Traffic is heavy on the approach, please avoid the area at this time".
Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.
Emergency Services Respond to the Scene
Emergency services are arriving at the scene of a three-vehicle crash on the A9 at Kingussie. As traffic builds up in the area, a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson told the Strathy that fire crews have been dispatched to the scene from Aviemore, Pitlochry, Carrbridge and Kingussie.
Traffic Scotland is now advising that the road is closed north of Kingussie. They posted on X: "NEW❗ ⌚14:16 🛣️ #A9 Kingussie⛔ CLOSED Northbound due to a collision🚔 Emergency services are at sceneTraffic is heavy on the approach, Please #AvoidTheArea at this time@NWTrunkRoads pic.twitter.com/kxEltqS98T".
There is no information yet regarding possible casualties. We will have more as soon as it becomes available.
A9 Closed in Both Directions
EMERGENCY services are on the scene of an incident on the A9 with the road closed in both directions at Kingussie. Five fire units were sent to a crash after a collision around 2pm on Sunday. A spokesperson for the fire service said: “We received the call at 2pm and we are still at the scene. We have sent three appliances from Aviemore, one volunteer unit from Carrbridge and one heavy rescue unit from Inverness.”
The latest post from Traffic Scotland, posted at 4.05pm, said: "#A9 Kingussie. NOW CLOSED in both directions due to a collision. Emergency services remain at the scene. Traffic is heavy in the surrounding area, please avoid the area at this time."
A Notorious Road
The A9 is a notoriously dangerous road. It is often called Scotland's deadliest road and has seen many crashes and fatalities over the years. The road is a major route through the Highlands and is often used by motorists travelling between Inverness and Edinburgh. It is also a popular route for tourists visiting the Highlands.
According to the Scottish government, there were 10 fatal accidents on the A9 in 2022. That's more than any other road in Scotland. In addition to the 10 fatal accidents, there were also 155 serious accidents on the A9 in 2022. That means that there was an average of over four accidents on the A9 every day. A9 is not only a dangerous road, but also a busy one.
Many road safety campaigns have been launched in order to try and reduce the number of accidents on the A9. The most recent campaign, which launched in 2022, focuses on the dangers of speeding, drink-driving and using mobile phones while driving. It also highlights the importance of wearing seatbelts and driving to the conditions. The campaign is also encouraging people to report any dangerous driving they see.
The Future of the A9
There are a number of improvements that are being planned for the A9 in order to make it safer. One of the most significant improvements is the planned dualling of the road between Perth and Inverness. This project will involve upgrading the existing single-carriageway road to a dual carriageway. This is expected to reduce the number of accidents on the A9 and make it safer for motorists.
The dualling project is being funded by the Scottish government and is expected to be completed by 2025. However, there has been some opposition to the project from environmental groups who are concerned about the impact that the project will have on the environment.
Despite these concerns, the dualling of the A9 is expected to go ahead. This is because the project has been approved by the Scottish government and is a major priority for the government. The project is expected to make the A9 safer for motorists and will help to reduce the number of accidents on the road.
It is important to note that there are many reasons why the A9 is so dangerous. The road is long and winding and goes through some very remote areas. It is also a popular route for trucks and other heavy vehicles. All of these factors contribute to the dangers of the road.
Despite the dangers, the A9 remains an important road for both the Highlands and Scotland as a whole. It is a vital link between the north and south of Scotland and is used by millions of people every year. The planned dualling of the A9 is a major step in the right direction and will help to make the road safer for everyone who uses it. However, it is important to remember that the A9 will remain a dangerous road for many years to come. Motorists must be aware of the dangers and drive with extra care on the road.
