Traffic is moving again on Route 80 between Heart's Content and New Perlican following an accident this mornining.
The RCMP was asking motorists to use an alternate route.
While the highway has been reopened, traffic in the area is backed up and police are cautioning motorists to exercise caution.
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Route 80 between Old Perlican and Heart's Content is presently blocked due to an accident.
The RCMP are in attendance at the scene.
Motorists are being asked to use an alternate route until further notice.
Route 80 near New Perlican is currently closed due to an accident. Motorists advised to take alternative routes. #nltraffic
— Transport & Works NL (@TW_GovNL) January 11, 2018