The M90 is to close for two hours this afternoon as explosive experts move in.
Controlled explosions will be carried out following the discovery of ‘materials believed to be used in the demolition process at the site of the new Forth Road Bridge’.
The motorway and Forth Road Bridge is due to close in both directions at approximately 4.45pm for at least two hours.
(note: officials previously stated 4pm and 6pm, they have since revised this to 4.45pm)
Officials have stressed there is no danger to the public posed by the materials.
Police are advising members of the public who wish to travel on this road to postpone or bring forward their travel plans as the road is expected to be closed.
These times are approximate and can be brought forward or pushed back.
Chief Inspector Irene Ralston of Police Scotland said: “Exposed wire were discover today at the Queensferry Crossing, and while this is poses no immediate risk to the public, as a precaution we are compelled to close the Forth Road Bridge and the M90.
“We would advise motorist to avoid the area between 4pm and 6pm and seek alternative routes.
“We thank the public for their understanding at this time.”
Explosive experts called as M90 and Forth Road Bridge closed
