Forth Road Bridge Closed For Controlled Explosion

The bridge closed for just under an hour so that a controlled explosion can be carried out.

Police Scotland can confirm that the Forth Road Bridge and surrounding roads have now reopened.

The EOD has safely carried out their controlled explosion and the public are thanked for their patience during this matter.

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Police Scotland, Amey, the Forth Road Bridge and Traffic Scotland can confirm that officers are closing the M90 and the Forth Road Bridge in both directions. 

The road is due to close at approximately 16:45 for two hours.  All approaches will also be closed.

This is following the discovery of materials believed to be used in the demolition process at the site of the new Forth Road Bridge.

Although there is no immediate danger to the public, a decision has been made to dispose of these materials with the assistance of the Explosive Ordinance Disposal Unit and to close the road as a precaution during this time.

The Forth Rail Bridge will also close temporarily while the controlled explosion takes place.  We are working with British Transport Police and Network Rail to facilitate this. 

Police are advising members of the public who wish to travel on this road to postpone or bring forward their travel plans as the road is now expected to be closed between 16:45 and 18:45.  These times are approximate and can be brought forward or pushed back.

Chief Inspector Irene Ralston of Police Scotland said:  “Exposed wires were discovered today at the Queensferry Crossing, and while this is poses no immediate risk to the public, as a precaution we are compelled to close the Forth Road Bridge and the M90.