All lanes have now re-opened after an incident on the QE2 bridge. The delays on the M25 stretch back over 10 miles. Lane Closures : Lanes 3 and 4 are closed. Estimates of delays of around 120 minutes above the normal travel time have been tweeted out by Highways England. Extra officers were present throughout the town ahead of the anti-refugee protest. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's have been stuck in traffic for over an hour bc of this bastard fire on the dartford crossing i will pay anyone 50 to bring me a sandwich. Mr Heap went on to describe the events that led up to the accident and what happened. We received a report shortly before 3.50am today that two people had climbed onto the bridge and are currently at height." The fire was significant enough that it may have caused damage to the road surface, with the van catching fire in lane one. UPDATE - M25 clockwise in Kent all lanes now OPEN at J1a (Dartford) after an accident traffic still queueing back past J30 (A13). The crash took place on the clockwise carriageway between junctions 1A and 1B just after the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge. Travel time is currently 30 minutes. As a result, the M25 QE2 Bridge clockwise has completely closed and traffic is being diverted with miles of queues on either side of the bridge. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Traffic was halted at 2.55pm today (August 4) after a van caught fire. As daylight broke, they were pictured dangling from its steel cables. Highways England have stated that there is no estimate for the full reopening of the Dartford Crossing. According to RCMP, 60 injury or possible injury-causing MVCs had been reported to them as of 9:20 a.m, from around the province. This is causing more damage and literally harm to life.". "Please allow extra time or consider alternative routes.". "Bee was a Consultant Geriatrician at William Harvey Hospital, Ashford and had been a doctor for nearly 10 years. false. street, Canadas banks brace for possible wave of loan defaults. It happened at the bridge over the Yellow River along Access Road which runs parallel to Interstate 20 just before 5:30 p.m. When search suggestions are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. This created long queues of traffic back into Essex, with travel times reaching more than 30 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey. Northbound traffic on the Queen Elizabeth Highway was rerouted for several hours Wednesday morning after a rollover near Olds that resulted in one man suffering life-threatening injuries, RCMP say.. An overhead view showing the Access Road bridge over the Yellow River collapsed on Oct. 19, 2021. . The reality star was handed his sentence in court today (March 3) - but should it have been tougher? Highways England have confirmed that Traffic has now been released and delays will begin to ease. They described Dr Hajallie as a "true NHS hero" who had selflessly made sacrifices by being away from her family during the Covid pandemic as she worked on the frontline. I was squashed between the car and the crash barrier along with the driver., DON'T MISS:Mum's trauma as son went out for 21st birthday but never came home [REVEAL]Leah Croucher remains identified as police confirm body is teenager's [INSIGHT]Armed police pounce on man with knife outside Palace of Westminster[SPOTLIGHT], I wondered why I could hear random fireworks last night, Somebody has shot fireworks at the @JustStop_Oil protestors atop Dartford Bridge. The Access Road bridge over the Yellow River was scheduled for a 270-day replacement project when a portion collapsed on Oct. 19, 2021. READ MORE:Predator raped girl, 16, in alley then used aliases to try to escape, BREAKING: Dartford Crossing bridge climbers imprisoned without trial Morgan and Marcus, who ascended the Queen Elizabeth II bridge earlier this week, have been remanded to prison until the 17th of November, awaiting trial.#FreeMorgan #FreeMarcus #FreeLouis #FreeJosh pic.twitter.com/EcCXqOHyIN, BREAKING: MORGAN AND MARCUS DESCEND FROM DARTFORD CROSSING BRIDGE After a successful 37 hour occupation, Morgan and Marcus descended from Queen Elizabeth II Bridge on a giant cherrypicker, having majorly disrupted fuel deliveries from Essex to the South East of England. Three people were killed in a weekend crash on the QE2, the crash happened in part of a busy highway. The family of Dr Hajallie, 35, known closely to her friends and family as Bee, have paid tribute to the mother-of-one. The crash involved a lorry and happened between junctions 1a and 1b on the clockwise carriageway just after the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge (Tuesday, January 26). A major crash on the clockwise carriageway of the M25 has caused traffic problems for those heading over the QE2 bridge this morning. Also queuing on A13 Londonbound from A1012 Stifford Interchange to the M25 at J30. Plan ahead and consider alternative routes pic.twitter.com/bBWLo7uF5x. To get the latest headlines direct to your email inbox every day, put your email in the box at the top and hit subscribe or visit here. Long delays remain on clockwise approach heading into Kent, queues back past J30 (Thurrock, Essex): https://t.co/64Ho8HSPUF. Just Stop Oil has been approached for comment. The van fire has caused a complete temporary closure of the QE2 bridge. The northbound lanes of the highway were closed until past dinner time, with traffic being re-routed at Hwy 53. Queues of nearly seven miles formed back towards junction 29 for the A127. Reason : Road traffic collision. pic.twitter.com/ailp1zKaGw. Comments have been closed on this article. Highways South East said "severe delays" of 120 minutes were . The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. The accident happened on the Kent side of the bridge, and is thought to have involved multiple vehicles. Because the situation has been resolved, we will now be closing this blog. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Both Kent and Essex Police have been contacted for more details. Several pieces of equipment fell into the river as well. KCC have confirmed that slow moving traffic anticlockwise is also related to the fire on QE2. A STARS air ambulance was dispatched and its crew treated an 18-year-old man at the scene who had suffered a head injury, a spokesperson with STARS said. A breakdown has occurred in lane 1", ONGOING - M25 - clockwise between junctions J31 and J1A . The accident happened on the Kent side of the bridge, and is thought to have involved multiple vehicles. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Lisa Webber, who was in her 50s, and Dr Habiba Hajallie - known as Bee - were hit by a BMW X5 after stopping on the hard shoulder of the M20. Dartford crossing (stock image) There are long delays on the A282 Queen Elizabeth II Bridge at Dartford Crossing after a car fire. She was a dark-haired lady in the car. One of those workers is dead and at least two others were injured. Traffic northbound/anti-clockwise is being confined to the West Bore Tunnel only. 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", The collision was at about 8.20am on Monday October 17, on the hard shoulder of the coastbound carriageway between junctions one and two.It is reported four vehicles were involved in the incident - a grey Infiniti Q30 Sport, a black BMW X5, a black VW Golf and a white Iveco Daily van. Images from traffic cameras show the extent of the delays, with standstill traffic stretching back to Junction 29 at Romford. Delays are being reported on the A127 this morning with queues forming on the London-bound carriageway near the Halfway House to the M25 junction. The reality star was handed his sentence in court today (March 3) - but should it have been tougher? RCMP say the crash occurred at about 6:15, northbound at the Crandall overpass near Ponoka. RCMP say freezing rain is believed to be factor, with numerous highways in the province affected by the weather. As daylight broke, they were pictured dangling from its steel cables. (FOX 5) The names of those involved have not been released. Also causing delays on A13 Londonbound towards M25 and on surrounding roads in Thurrock and Purfleet. pic.twitter.com/eoYmTHZQIa. To encourage thoughtful and respectful conversations, first and last names will appear with each submission to CBC/Radio-Canada's online communities (except in children and youth-oriented communities). If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Traffic was diverted at the Didsbury overpass at Highway 582 for a few hours, but RCMP said Wednesday afternoon both northbound lanes were open. The names of those involved have not been released. Drivers on the A13 are facing delays this morning due to a crash on the M25. According to traffic software InRix, delays in the lead up to the QE2 bridge are now down to just 20 minutes. Congestion is building around Dartford Crossing following a collision on the QE2 bridge this afternoon. Motorists were experiencing queueing traffic for four miles on the M25 after the QE2 bridge closed. The two women were declared dead at the scene.Kent Police confirmed in a statement that officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit are working to establish the full circumstances and are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.Motorists who were travelling in both directions of the M20 are urged to check for any dashcam footage, which may assist the investigation. A man has died after a serious incident on the M25 Dartford Crossing. Police were called shortly after 11:30 a.m. to the crash just north of Ponoka. Phone: (403) 343-7105Newsroom: (403) 342-6397Advertising: (403) 342-8617, We strive to achieve the highest ethical standards in all that we do. Long queues are forming in the lead up to the accident. Climate change activist group Just Stop Oil said two of its supporters had scaled the 84m-high masts on the north side of the QE2 bridge "to demand that the government halts all new oil and gas licences and consents". The traffic service pleaded with travellers to "allow extra time" for journeys. Had I got there 30 seconds earlier Id have missed the lot - only about 30 cars in front of me . Preliminary investigation determined that a semi unit had jackknifed on the QEII and was subsequently struck by another semi. Pics: Just Stop Oil, sprayed an Aston Martin showroom with orange paint, threw tomato soup over Van Gogh's Sunflowers. We will be bringing you live update on this ongoing incident as it happens. A major crash on the clockwise carriageway of the M25 has caused traffic problems for those heading over the QE2 bridge this morning. Saturday, 4th March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. All traffic was temporarily held due to an incident on the M25 clockwise at the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge. Drivers face eight mile queues as crash closes QE2 bridge. Kent Police are on the scene. Kent Police were called to the crossing at 6.03am this morning after concerns were raised for a person's welfare. Plumes of smoke were also spotted rising from the scene of the incident. The Access Road bridge over the Yellow River was scheduled for a 270-day replacement project when a portion collapsed on Oct. 19, 2021. Dr Hajallie was working at the William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, Kent, when she died. Two lanes remain closed on the M25/A282 at the QE2 bridge this morning. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please ***Update***Both tunnels now released however traffic being monitored. Congestion has backed up as far as Lakeside, with travel time around 25 minutes. Smoke can be seen rising from the scene of the incident. UPDATE - M25 clockwise on the QE2 Bridge three lanes closed after an accident involving three vehicles on the Bridge (one lane open) queues back to past J30 (A13). Speaking to Mail Online from his hospital bed, he partially blamed the Just Stop Oil activists for the accident. I dont think they deliberately caused the crash. Traffic is passing in 2 lanes but there is heavy congestion back to J29 of the #M25. Latest London news, business, sport, showbiz and entertainment from the London Evening Standard. And: "There are currently delays of up to 70 minutes back to J29 of the #M25 clockwise due to a collision on the #QE2Bridge at #Dartford. Three vehicles have been involved in a collision at the Dartford Crossing on the clockwise carriageway. "It does mean that we have had to close the bridge to traffic, but a diversion is going to be put in place through the tunnel. A traffic map of the M25 has shown how serious these delays are beyond the borders of Kent. Officers from Kent Polices Serious Collision Investigation Unit are trying to establish the full circumstances surrounding the crash. Construction vehicles can be seen in the water where the Access Road bridge once stood. Reports suggest there was also an oil spillage. NEWTON COUNTY, Ga. - Construction workers dismantling a bridge in Newton County had to be rescued after the bridge collapsed. Our newsroom abides by the RTDNA Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and follows the Canadian Press Stylebook. "I can't challenge this madness in my desk job, designing bridges, so I'm taking direct action, occupying the QE2 bridge until the government stops all new oil," he said. 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