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Car overturned amid oil spill outside Hamiltonsbawn

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A car has overturned following an oil spill outside Hamiltonsbawn this afternoon (Monday).

The spill has been reported from Hamiltonsbawn into Armagh, and is affecting the main road and side roads.

Cusher TUV councillor Keith Ratcliffe reported the vehicle turned due to the slippery conditions.

In a statement released on social media he said: “I have reported this to DFI, but please be extremely cautious if you’re in the area. Drive slowly and carefully. Watch for slippery patches.”

Armagh I also spoke to a witness who reported the spill and stated a vehicle had overturned on the road.

Independent Cusher councillor Paul Berry said: “Very bad oil spill from Druminnis Presbyterian Church Hamiltonsbawn right into MOT Centre Armagh City, please be careful as there has been an accident.

“Department of Infrastructure Crews are on route to make it safe.”

No further details are available at this time.

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