A31 closed in both directions near Canford Bottom

An overturned lorry has closed the A31 at the Merley Bird roundabout.

Emergency services are on the scene of the incident between Canford Bottom and Lake Gates roundabout.

Delays are building on the approach and on surrounding roads from Ferndown to Wimborne as Police ask motorists to seek alternative routes.

#LatestNews – Officers are at the scene of a single vehicle collision on the A31 at the Merley Bird roundabout. The road is closed between Canford Bottom and Lake Gates roundabout.

We would ask motorists to please seek alternative routes. Thank you for your patience. pic.twitter.com/PXVzFoPeOZ

— Dorset Police (@dorsetpolice) June 24, 2022