THE A64 was partially blocked both ways near York after a crash and fluid spillage.
It happened near Thompsons Fish and Chips Restaurant, close to Stockton-on-the-Forest.
The collision was reported to North Yorkshire Police at noon.
The force said it involved two vehicles and there were no injuries.
It affected travel between York and Malton, causing traffic jams in both directions.
Traffic has now returned to normal.
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