Serious crash blocks A388 traffic in Cornwall

A serious crash on the A388 in Treburley closed the road in both directions for almost four hours on Sunday.

Serious crash on A388 shuts two mile stretch in Cornwall

A serious crash involving a car blocked the A388 in Treburley, Cornwall, from around 4am on Sunday. The incident occurred between the Springer Spaniel pub and the junction with Stoke Road, creating a two mile closure in both directions.

The road reopened at 7.52am as responders cleared the scene. Drivers were urged to expect delays and follow local diversions while traffic returned to normal.

This incident highlights how quickly a rural route can turn into a bottleneck when a crash occurs in the early hours. Even a short stretch of road can disrupt commutes, deliveries, and local services before traffic eases.

Beyond the immediate disruption, the episode raises questions about how rural highway segments are managed after incidents and how quickly information reaches drivers. Authorities may consider whether diversions and public updates could be improved to minimize prolonged congestion on small lanes.

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More details will follow as recovery crews assess the scene and traffic patterns stabilize.