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[Update 8pm]

Bangalow Road has reopened after an earlier truck and car accident, five kilometres west of Clunes.

The road had been closed in both directions while emergency services attended the scene.

Diversions have now been lifted and traffic conditions have returned to normal.

For the latest traffic information visit www.livetraffic.com or call 132 701.

[Earlier report]

Bangalow Road is closed in both directions around 10 kilometres west of Clunes near Lismore due to a serious truck and car accident about 10am.

Light vehicles are being diverted via Booyong Road, Pearce Road and Eltham Road to rejoin Bangalow Road.

Vehicles over 19 metres are being diverted via the Bruxner and Pacific Highways.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area.

Emergency services are on site.

Due to the nature of the incident, there is no forecast as to when the road will reopen.

For the latest traffic information, visit www.livetraffic.com or call 132 701.


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