MOTORISTS are advised to avoid the A7 following a three-vehicle crash near Stow.
The carriageway is closed in both directions between the village and Heriot following the crash at around 7.40am.
Emergency services are currently on the scene.
Diversions are in place, although HGVs are advised to find alternative routes.
A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "The road is expected to be closed for some time."
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