### Serious Collision on A17 Leaves Two Hospitalised
#### Emergency Services Respond to Multi-Vehicle Incident
Friday, December 29, witnessed a severe disruption on a prime Lincolnshire road following a collision involving two cars and a lorry. The A17 Washway Road, straddling the space between Holbeach and Fleet Hargate near Spalding, became the stage of a serious accident prompting immediate road closures.
A Lincolnshire Police spokesperson detailed the crux of the incident at around 11:20 am, stating, "Two cars and a lorry were involved in this collision, and two people have been injured and taken to hospital for treatment." The gravity of the situation led to the expectation that the road would remain closed for a significant duration.
Motorists are experiencing disruptions, with slow-moving traffic being reported by services such as Inrix and Google Maps. As drivers seek alternative routes, surrounding areas have seen an increase in congestion, particularly impacting the B1515 Fleet Road and causing hold-ups through Holbeach.
The police announced the road closure at 9:30 am, later taking to social media to inform the public. Their message reiterated the severity and advised avoidance, "Both sides of Washway Road in Holbeach, just off the A17, are currently closed following a serious three-vehicle collision this morning. The road is expected to be closed for some time. Please avoid the area if you can."
Apart from the area of the incident, traffic on the A17, on either side of the closed segment, has reportedly been flowing without significant interruptions.
As of now, there have been no subsequent updates regarding the state of the injured parties or the anticipated time for reopening the road.
It's a developing story, and we will provide further details as they emerge. In the meantime, commuters are advised to follow live traffic updates and plan their journeys accordingly, steering clear from the affected area to avoid further congestion and delays.