WATERFALL Way west of Bellingen has been cut to all traffic tonight following a disturbing cattle truck accident on the mountain road.
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The crash occurred at about 4.30pm between Dorrigo and Thora.
Five cattle from the stricken vehicle escaped into the bush, while Bellingen Shire Council workers are in the process of loading 18 dead cows onto the back of a truck for disposal.
The remaining animals, as many as 60, have been moved to a nearby paddock.
The driver escaped serious injury. Various emergency services remain onsite.
Motorists are being diverted via Little North Arm Road.
This diversion is suitable for all vehicles.
Motorists should allow additional travel time and exercise caution.
Emergency services and the local council are at the scene working to clear the accident.