M11 and A505 road closures lifted

Parts of the M11 and A505 near Duxford Imperial War Museum closed due to the risk of debris caused by Storm Ciara have now reopened.

A section of a roof on one of the aircraft hangars at the airfield was deemed unsafe yesterday (Sunday, February 9), with the possibility that it could be blown off in the high winds.

Police closed the M11 between junctions 9 and 11 both northbound and southbound as a result. The A505 was closed from the Whittlesford and Fowlmere approach to the M11.

Chief Superintendent Chris Mead said this afternoon: “Following an assessment by structural engineers this morning (10 February) on the section of roof at the museum and an assessment of the fallen debris to date - together with an improvement in weather conditions - a decision has been made to re-open the M11 and A505 as of 12.30pm today.

“This decision has been taken in partnership with Highways England.

“We would like to reassure the public that increased patrols of both roads will take place for at least 24 hours and the force will continue to work with partner agencies to closely monitor the situation.

“We would like to thank our partner agencies who we have worked very closely with during this incident to ensure public safety is paramount.

“Thanks must also go to members of the public for their patience and understanding – particularly local residents.”

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