Semi rollover temporarily blocks traffic on Highway 1, Albert Street South

WATCH: Regina police asked motorists to avoid the Ring Road at Albert Street South on Tuesday after a semi rollover

Drivers in Regina’s south end faced a bit of a headache Tuesday, after a semi rollover blocked traffic in the area.

Just after 10:30 a.m. Regina police notified the public that a semi rollover was blocking traffic on the east bound lanes of Highway 1, as well as the east bound exit ramp from Albert Street onto Highway 1.

Police officers, in addition to members of the Regina Fire and Protective Services (RFPS) were witnessed at the scene.

The semi tractor and trailer was seen on lying on its driver’s side, just east of the exit ramp onto Ring Road.

The affected streets were reopened at around 2:15 p.m.