A836 closed after serious road accident near Thurso By David McKay September 6 2014, 4:31 pm September 6 2014, 4:31 pm Share A836 closed after serious road accident near Thurso Share via Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Messenger Linkedin Email Post link https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands-islands/337466/a836-closed-serious-road-accident-far-north/ Copy Link Police Motorists have been advised that the A836 has been closed to traffic at Bettyhill after a serious accident. The accident happened between Thurso and Tongue in the north Highlands. Diversions are in place via the B871 and the A897 for cars and small vans only. There are no diversions for larger vehicles. A police spokesman said there were no further details to report at present. More to follow.