A HGV slipped off a road before crashing into a field and landing on its side following heavy rain along the Powys border.
The driver is said to be “OK” according to police who attended the incident on Wednesday afternoon (October 17).
A large emergency service presence was reported along the A488 between Hyssington and More including fire, ambulance and police.
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service sent three fire appliances including the rescue tender from Bishop’s Castle and Craven Arms after crews were alerted about the collision shortly before 1pm.
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The fire service said nobody was trapped and crews were investigating a possible fuel leak.
West Mercia Police posted on X: “Multiple emergency services attend HGV crash on A488 near More at 13:30.
“HGV slipped off the road following heavy rain and crashed. Police, fire and ambulance attended. Driver was OK.”
Police added that temporary traffic lights will be in place along the rural road.
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