Drivers in Armagh have been warned to avoid the Portadown Road area after a serious road traffic collision caused significant disruption during the morning commute.
The incident happened shortly after 8.30am on August 21, 2026, in the vicinity of Portadown Road. Police immediately closed the road at Killuney roundabout, with further traffic restrictions introduced as the response continued.
Where diversions are in place
Motorists are being redirected at several points across the city. Diversions are in place at College Hill and Mall east at the Courthouse, while Portadown-bound traffic is being diverted at Victoria Road. Armagh-bound traffic is being diverted at Stonebridge roundabout.
Drivers have been advised to avoid the area or find an alternative route where possible. The closures and diversions may affect journeys approaching Armagh from the Portadown direction, as well as traffic travelling out of the city.
Air ambulance understood to have attended
Air Ambulance NI is understood to have attended the scene. The available report does not provide further details about injuries, those involved in the collision or the cause of the incident.
Police have issued further road closure advice and said updates will be published when they become available. Motorists should check for the latest information before travelling through the affected area.