A14 reopens westbound at Kentford, near Newmarket, after shed load of hay bales fall onto carriageway

The A14 has reopened after a shed load of hay bales fell onto a carriageway and caused severe delays.

The major route was closed westbound, between junction 39 at Kentford and junction 38 at Newmarket, at about 5am today.

It was reopened at about 9am.

Police were at the scene of the incident and National Highways area team crews were been dispatched to assist.

Traffic had also been stopped by officers on the A11.

A National Highways spokesperson said there were delays of 30 minutes on the A14 westbound approaching Kentford.

Crews worked to clear the obstruction but due to the large quantity of hay bales, specialist equipment was needed.

A diversion route was put in place.