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A busy road has closed after a rubbish lorry overland scattering its load across the carriageway.

The wagon is thought to have tipped over due to high winds on the A189 Spine Road heading north just before 1pm on Wednesday. Police say it is expected to be closed until 7pm.

It collapsed onto the central reservation, damaging the barrier and spilling household waste onto the south carriageway.

The driver was not injured but passerby Nicola Little said those involved were “shocked”.

She took these dramatic photos of the chaos caused by the overflowing rubbish truck on its side.

(Image: Nicola Little)

The accident is believed to have been caused by gusts of wind reaching 44mph.

(Image: Nicola Little)

Northumbria Police are on the scene and have closed the road heading northbound after North Seaton Roundabout.

A force spokesperson added Northumberland County Council would be assessing the damage to the central reservation.

More disruption is expected on the road during repair work and recovery later this afternoon.

A spokesman for Northumbria Police said: "After the HGV overturned at North Seaton Roundabout earlier today, the A189 Spine Road will now be closed between Woodhorn and North Seaton until 7pm this evening while repairs are made to the barrier.

(Image: newcastle chronicle)

“Drivers are thanked for their patience while the road is cleaned and barrier mended.”

Gale force winds have caused travel chaos across the North East with overturned trees falling onto roads and even trampolines and a stable blowing away.

Newgate Street in Newcastle city centre has been cordoned off after part of the roof collapsed from a building next to intu Eldon Square.

Roofs have also blown off two flats in Arlington Avenue, Kenton leaving the families inside stunned.

For the latest on today’s wild weather, you can follow our updates in our live blog here. http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/local-news/north-east-breaking-news-live-12435117