pic.twitter.com/wUks7MR9nD. Alternatively, you can get in touch with us via our Facebook page or on Twitter @kentlivenews . Phone: (403) 343-7105Newsroom: (403) 342-6397Advertising: (403) 342-8617, We strive to achieve the highest ethical standards in all that we do. Plumes of smoke were also spotted rising from the scene of the incident. We reserve the right to close comments at any time. This view of Access Road in Newton County shows first responders at the scene after the road surface reportedly collapsed on Oct. 19, 2021. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. On the clockwise carriageway (Essex in to Kent) there are two lanes closed on the crossing with stop-start traffic and severe delays due to emergency repairs and earlier van fire on M25 QE2 Bridge clockwise from J31 A1306 to J1A A206 (Dartford). Dartford, A282 Dartford Crossing (Anticlockwise) Slow moving traffic heading towards Dartford Tunnel. Ambulance has attended, but no injuries reported. There were also delays on the lead up to the Thurrock interchange on the A13 heading west. Queues have formed several miles back and arenow close to junction 29 of the M25 where it meets the A127. Drivers on the A13 are facing delays this morning due to a crash on the M25. Lanes one and two are still closed, though traffic was released into lanes three and four from 4.50pm, almost two hours after the initial closure. ***Update***But traffic held againhttps://t.co/AFdT3WvM4E. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Officers are investigating the exact circumstances of the crash but confirmed two women who had been driving separate vehicles were declared dead at the scene. The travel time through the area had been in excess of a hour, however this currents stands at around 45 minutes. 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An overhead view showing the Access Road bridge over the Yellow River collapsed on Oct. 19, 2021. Highways England have added more misery to those on the M25, with news that delays could now spread to the M25 anticlockwise repeatedly. Currently trying to reconcile the top half of my body with the bottom. Dartford Crossing's QE2 bridge closed by Just Stop Oil protesters The QE2 bridge was shut after a report of climbers was received in the early hours. skier hits slopes shortly after birthday. For traffic and travel updates in your area, type your postcode below. 5 hour drive became 7 . This view of Access Road in Newton County shows first responders at the scene after the road surface reportedly collapsed on Oct. 19, 2021. Northbound traffic on the Queen Elizabeth Highway was rerouted for several hours Wednesday morning after a rollover near Olds that resulted in one mansuffering life-threatening injuries, RCMP say. Ambulances are stuck and emergency services are stuck. Tailbacks stretched from junction 31 at the A1306 in Essex as far back as junction 29, according to traffic cameras. There was anger from drivers who faced long delays trying to get to work. Officers from Kent Polices Serious Collision Investigation Unit are trying to establish the full circumstances surrounding the crash. HP10 9TY. "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. Lanes one and two (of four) remain closed for repairs after a van caught fire in lane one, at the start of the bridge. She selflessly sacrificed by being away from her family for nearly a year on the frontline during the COVID-19 pandemic as a true NHS Hero. Recovery work will continue overnight and into the early mornings. 3 videos. "Please allow extra time or consider alternative routes.". pic.twitter.com/xSi1Q02J0S. RCMP say freezing rain is believed to be factor, with numerous highways in the province affected by the weather. National Highways tweeted an alert to warn drivers of long delays this morning. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. pic.twitter.com/ailp1zKaGw. Officials say it collapsed on Oct. 19, 2021 during construction. Her car spun out and hit the crash barrier. 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. One person was seriously injured in . Engineer and protester Morgan Trowland, 39, released a statement through Just Stop Oil. It has not been confirmed yet if all lanes are to reopen, or when. We will bring live traffic updates and further information as we get it. Essex News Dartford Crossing The Dartford Crossing of the River Thames combines the Queen Elizabeth II bridge and two tunnels, connecting Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex. Highways England have stated that there is no estimate for the full reopening of the Dartford Crossing. "The family ask that you respect their privacy at this difficult time. Highways South East said "severe delays" of 120 minutes were . 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. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. 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Queues stretched from junction 31 at the A1306 in Essex as far back as junction 29, but with two lanes open, traffic is starting to ease. Traffic was halted at 2.55pm today (August 4) after a van caught fire. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. contact the editor here. Lane Closures : Lanes 3 and 4 are closed. Three vehicles have been involved in a collision at the Dartford Crossing on the clockwise carriageway. He said: The woman driver that crashed initially had aquaplaned because of the rain. Traffic is passing in the remaining two lanes but there is "heavy congestion" back to Junction 29 of the M25 according to Highways England. M25 crash: Collision at Dartford causing delays in Essex | Echo Follow us onFacebook,TwitterandInstagramto keep up with all the latest news. Police attended along with ambulance and fire crews. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. An accident, said to have involved several vehicles, happened at around 7am. contact the editor here. Highways England first reported the collision just after 3pm when it said there were delays of up to 70 minutes. Traffic censors seem to show that things have returned to normal on the M25. According to Essex Travel News on Twitter, no injuries have been reported as a result of the crash. Images from traffic cameras show the extent of the delays, with standstill traffic stretching back to Junction 29 at Romford. An accident between a car and a lorry has completely shut the Queen Elizabeth Bridge. Preliminary investigation determined that a semi unit had jackknifed on the QEII and was subsequently struck by another semi. "The bridge has been closed while we resolve the incident which we will do as quickly and as safely for all involved," Essex Police said. 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. Stretching into Essex and North London, the 10-mile tailback encompasses almost a quarter of the M25. The Access Road bridge over the Yellow River was scheduled for a 270-day replacement project when a portion collapsed on Oct. 19, 2021. The van fire has caused a complete temporary closure of the QE2 bridge. 2023 FOX Television Stations. South East Coast Ambulance said that they were unable to comment on the incident until a police investigation had been completed. Several members of the public have been live-tweeting their experience of being stuck on the M25 during today's traffic jams. Congestion has backed up as far as Lakeside, with travel time around 25 minutes. its shut due to a vehicle fire ! Highways England have confirmed that Traffic has now been released and delays will begin to ease. The delay added . Crashes on QE2 south of Edmonton, poor driving conditions as central Kent Highways have now confirmed that the M25 is now completely open on the clockwise carriageway. Had I got there 30 seconds earlier Id have missed the lot - only about 30 cars in front of me . Man dies after serious incident at M25 Dartford Crossing | Echo We will continue to bring you updates until things return to normal. 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. M25 Dartford Crossing traffic updates after huge lorry crash shut road 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.. A 500-ton crane will be brought in to recover those pieces and will cause some road closures. pic.twitter.com/497bsCazL5. The crash happened between Junction 31 A1306 (Thurrock/Lakeside) and Junction 1A 206 (Dartford). There are currently delays of up to 50 minutes with congestion back to J29. Plumes of smoke were seen billowing from the Several pieces of equipment fell into the river as well. A traffic map of the M25 has shown how serious these delays are beyond the borders of Kent. These 'intermittent' closures are linked to the crossing fire that has seen queues developing for almost two hours at the time of writing. Delays are growing on the M25 as clockwise traffic is still at a standstill. She was hysterical. Delays are set to keep building as we head into rush hour, as Highways England confirms the road surface has been damaged by the fire. Dartford Crossing reopens as protesters leave QE2 bridge - recap An ambulance was sent to the scene and assessed two patients who did not require transportation to hospital.. A breakdown has occurred in lane 1 pic.twitter.com/HAmbJ0w6yC. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Comments have been closed on this article. Just Stop Oil protesters are accused of having "blood on their hands" after two women were killed in a horror crash during a Dartford Bridge protest. Please allow extra time for your journey. QEII Highway | News, Videos & Articles Environment Canada issued a freezing rain warning for the Red Deer region early Thursday morning. Things have now returned to normal, but queues were briefly stretching all the way back to junction 29 for the A127. Long delays remain on clockwise approach heading into Kent, queues back past J30 (Thurrock, Essex): https://t.co/64Ho8HSPUF. "My husband works for electricity board for London and can't even get out our road," posted Sioxsie Wild. Dartford Crossing's QE2 bridge closed by Just Stop Oil protesters, Just Stop Oil protesters scale Dartford Crossing, The protesters climbed the bridge's masts. 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