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Man dies after being struck by car on North Circular near Edmonton

A man died after being struck by a vehicle on the busy A406 North Circular Way, prompting police investigations.

Busy road in Streatham closes after middle-of-the-night crash

A road in Streatham is closed due to a one vehicle crash that occurred early this morning with no reported injuries.

M25 near Kent and Surrey to stay closed until afternoon after truck fire

A truck fire on the M25 caused major closures and delays, with recovery efforts expected to last until midday.

London travel news LIVE: M4 crash causes two-hour delays as Elizabeth line disrupted by 'casualty on tracks'

A lorry and car crash has closed part of the M4, causing over two-hour delays for drivers.

Two motorcyclists taken to hospital after crash

Two motorcyclists were hospitalized following a crash on Station Road, leading to the road being shut for safety measures.

Pedestrian dies after crash in Co Mayo

A pedestrian in his 40s was killed in a late-night collision on the N60 in Carrowntober Oughter.

Man dies after being struck by car on North Circular near Edmonton

A man died after being struck by a vehicle on the busy A406 North Circular Way, prompting police investigations.

Busy road in Streatham closes after middle-of-the-night crash

A road in Streatham is closed due to a one vehicle crash that occurred early this morning with no reported injuries.

M25 near Kent and Surrey to stay closed until afternoon after truck fire

A truck fire on the M25 caused major closures and delays, with recovery efforts expected to last until midday.

London travel news LIVE: M4 crash causes two-hour delays as Elizabeth line disrupted by 'casualty on tracks'

A lorry and car crash has closed part of the M4, causing over two-hour delays for drivers.

Two motorcyclists taken to hospital after crash

Two motorcyclists were hospitalized following a crash on Station Road, leading to the road being shut for safety measures.

Pedestrian dies after crash in Co Mayo

A pedestrian in his 40s was killed in a late-night collision on the N60 in Carrowntober Oughter.
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Cyclist rushed to hospital after car crash which shut Harrow road for six hours

A cyclist was injured in a car crash on Station Road in Harrow but is in non-life-threatening condition.

Woman (30s) in critical condition after two vehicle crash in Co Cork

A serious collision on the N28 leaves a woman in critical condition and prompts emergency response.

Emergency services at scene of Donegal collision, road diversions in place

A road traffic collision occurred in Clonmany with emergency services on-site and diversions in place.

Man taken to hospital after emergency services called to flyover bridge

Emergency services responded to a man on a bridge over a major road, leading to road closures and the man being taken to the hospital.

Man hospitalised with serious injuries after crash between car and truck in Co Limerick

Emergency services responded to a serious road traffic collision between a car and a truck, causing a man in his 20s to be hospitalized with serious injuries.

Large stretch of road shut off for hours after crash

A crash resulted in the closure of Seven Sisters Road for hours, causing restrictions and blockages but no life-threatening injuries were reported.

Cyclist rushed to hospital after car crash which shut Harrow road for six hours

A cyclist was injured in a car crash on Station Road in Harrow but is in non-life-threatening condition.

Woman (30s) in critical condition after two vehicle crash in Co Cork

A serious collision on the N28 leaves a woman in critical condition and prompts emergency response.

Emergency services at scene of Donegal collision, road diversions in place

A road traffic collision occurred in Clonmany with emergency services on-site and diversions in place.

Man taken to hospital after emergency services called to flyover bridge

Emergency services responded to a man on a bridge over a major road, leading to road closures and the man being taken to the hospital.

Man hospitalised with serious injuries after crash between car and truck in Co Limerick

Emergency services responded to a serious road traffic collision between a car and a truck, causing a man in his 20s to be hospitalized with serious injuries.

Large stretch of road shut off for hours after crash

A crash resulted in the closure of Seven Sisters Road for hours, causing restrictions and blockages but no life-threatening injuries were reported.
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London travel news LIVE: M25 shut after lorry bursts into flames as Dartford Tunnel closed

A lorry fire on the M25 caused major road closures and emergency responses throughout the night.

All the delays set for Bexley drivers due to upcoming horticultural works'

Road work on the A2 in Bexley next week will cause minor delays, estimated at under 10 minutes.

London travel news LIVE: M25 shut after lorry bursts into flames as Dartford Tunnel closed

A lorry fire on the M25 caused major road closures and emergency responses throughout the night.

All the delays set for Bexley drivers due to upcoming horticultural works'

Road work on the A2 in Bexley next week will cause minor delays, estimated at under 10 minutes.
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Chislehurst High Street set to close for buzzing Christmas festival

Community activities like the Christmas Festival in Chislehurst promote local engagement and festive spirit while ensuring accessibility during road closures.
#thames-water

Sutton road expected to reopen after nearly two months of sinkhole disruption

Croydon Road is set to reopen ahead of schedule following repairs for a sinkhole.

Road closed after Thames Water truck gets stuck in sinkhole

A Thames Water truck fell into a sinkhole in Dollis Hill, causing road closures and sewage issues for local residents.

Major road linking Croydon and Sutton closes for 'a month' due to sink hole

Croydon Road's closure for sinkhole repairs may last another month, affecting traffic but keeping pedestrian access open.

Busy road in Catford to be closed for days after burst water main

A burst water main has caused the closure of St Mildred's Road in Catford, leading to significant traffic delays.

Sutton road expected to reopen after nearly two months of sinkhole disruption

Croydon Road is set to reopen ahead of schedule following repairs for a sinkhole.

Road closed after Thames Water truck gets stuck in sinkhole

A Thames Water truck fell into a sinkhole in Dollis Hill, causing road closures and sewage issues for local residents.

Major road linking Croydon and Sutton closes for 'a month' due to sink hole

Croydon Road's closure for sinkhole repairs may last another month, affecting traffic but keeping pedestrian access open.

Busy road in Catford to be closed for days after burst water main

A burst water main has caused the closure of St Mildred's Road in Catford, leading to significant traffic delays.
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This Rocky Mountain National Park Road Will Close to Vehicles This Week - What to Know

Old Fall River Road in Rocky Mountain National Park will close to vehicles for the winter season and reopen briefly for non-motorized users.
#public-safety

Gas leak in Richmond caused mile-long closure of major boulevard

A significant gas leak led to the closure of Carlson Boulevard in Richmond, with emergency crews on site to manage the situation.

Police close road in Brentwood as they deal with 'serious assault'

Essex Police are investigating a serious assault in Brentwood, leading to road closures.

Busy road in Hither Green to close for works at bridge

Essential repairs will close St Mildred's Road Bridge this weekend, ensuring public safety amid minimal disruption for pedestrians.

High Road shut for hours as man stabbed

A man, 26, was stabbed on High Road, Tottenham, with non-life-threatening injuries.

Gas leak in Richmond caused mile-long closure of major boulevard

A significant gas leak led to the closure of Carlson Boulevard in Richmond, with emergency crews on site to manage the situation.

Police close road in Brentwood as they deal with 'serious assault'

Essex Police are investigating a serious assault in Brentwood, leading to road closures.

Busy road in Hither Green to close for works at bridge

Essential repairs will close St Mildred's Road Bridge this weekend, ensuring public safety amid minimal disruption for pedestrians.

High Road shut for hours as man stabbed

A man, 26, was stabbed on High Road, Tottenham, with non-life-threatening injuries.
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Police shut down highway in Worcester, arrest armed suspect

An armed man led to the closure of I-190 in Worcester, with continued investigation and traffic delays.

Person taken to hospital after police swarm to incident and shut road

Police closed road after incident in Barking
Person taken to hospital after being found injured

Police shut down highway in Worcester, arrest armed suspect

An armed man led to the closure of I-190 in Worcester, with continued investigation and traffic delays.

Person taken to hospital after police swarm to incident and shut road

Police closed road after incident in Barking
Person taken to hospital after being found injured
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'It's been a mess': Scenic Bay Area highway closes. Again.

Caltrans is improving State Route 9, closing it for safety and maintenance before winter.
Local businesses are affected by confusing road closure signs impacting customer access.

Highway 1 Reopens Ahead of Schedule, Making Way for Big Sur Travel Ahead of Summer

Highway 1 has reopened with a new signal system, allowing one-way traffic past a rockslide. Residents and non-residents can access Big Sur without convoy restrictions.

'It's been a mess': Scenic Bay Area highway closes. Again.

Caltrans is improving State Route 9, closing it for safety and maintenance before winter.
Local businesses are affected by confusing road closure signs impacting customer access.

Highway 1 Reopens Ahead of Schedule, Making Way for Big Sur Travel Ahead of Summer

Highway 1 has reopened with a new signal system, allowing one-way traffic past a rockslide. Residents and non-residents can access Big Sur without convoy restrictions.
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Fun run celebrating London's 'diverse running culture' to close road

Run The Ends 2024 celebrates London's diverse running culture with events and activities, closing Chalkhill Road for safety.

Security closes Hugh L. Carey Tunnel for UN General Assembly

The Hugh L. Carey Tunnel is closed for UN General Assembly security measures.

M25 closure near south east London starting tonight which may cause delays

M25 closure near south east London starting tonight may cause 10-30 minute delays.
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2 months ago

What does Denali's road closure mean for its wildlife - High Country News

Denali's road closure allows wildlife to thrive, raising questions about future interactions with humans and vehicles.

Exclusive 'Billionaires' Row' set to close for essential water works

Billionaires' Row in North London will be closed for four days starting September 10 for urgent water works.
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Closure of two major roads in Croydon extended to September

Major roadworks in Croydon have caused road closures until early September 2024 to address drainage issues.

Major road to be closed for two weeks for roadworks

Motorists are advised to avoid Wembley High Road at night due to a road closure for over two weeks for upgrades.

Closure of two major roads in Croydon extended to September

Major roadworks in Croydon have caused road closures until early September 2024 to address drainage issues.

Major road to be closed for two weeks for roadworks

Motorists are advised to avoid Wembley High Road at night due to a road closure for over two weeks for upgrades.
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from SFGATE
2 months ago

Wildfire near California-Nevada state line forces shutdown of eastbound I-80

Evacuations ordered and road closure due to brush fire sparked by vehicle fire near California-Nevada border.
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Abrupt U-turn led to fatal Wrentham crash, say State Police

A 50-year-old man died in a two-vehicle crash in Wrentham, Mansfield.
Police responded to a crash involving a Mercedes CLA sedan attempting a u-turn.
The crash led to the closure of northbound lanes on Route 1 in the area for two and a half hours.

Road closures still in place as police investigate man's fatal stabbing

Detectives continue to gather evidence after a fatal stabbing in Dagenham, resulting in road closures and an ongoing investigation.

Crash in the Oakland Hills leaves one dead, five injured

One person killed and five injured in a two-vehicle collision in the Oakland Hills.
Collision occurred in the northbound lanes of Joaquin Miller Road involving an SUV and a sedan.

Miami Beach officer injured in shooting, cops say. The Venetian Causeway is blocked off

Police officer injured in shooting on Venetian Causeway
Entire bridge closed off for investigation

Abrupt U-turn led to fatal Wrentham crash, say State Police

A 50-year-old man died in a two-vehicle crash in Wrentham, Mansfield.
Police responded to a crash involving a Mercedes CLA sedan attempting a u-turn.
The crash led to the closure of northbound lanes on Route 1 in the area for two and a half hours.

Road closures still in place as police investigate man's fatal stabbing

Detectives continue to gather evidence after a fatal stabbing in Dagenham, resulting in road closures and an ongoing investigation.

Crash in the Oakland Hills leaves one dead, five injured

One person killed and five injured in a two-vehicle collision in the Oakland Hills.
Collision occurred in the northbound lanes of Joaquin Miller Road involving an SUV and a sedan.

Miami Beach officer injured in shooting, cops say. The Venetian Causeway is blocked off

Police officer injured in shooting on Venetian Causeway
Entire bridge closed off for investigation
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Major police presence with multiple cordons in place after incident in Bexleyheath

Police presence seen in Bexleyheath incident.
#london-ambulance-service

Police issue update on injured cyclist in major trauma centre

The cyclist injured in Chadwell Heath is in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries.

Cyclist in major trauma centre as main road closed

A cyclist is in a major trauma center after being found injured in Chadwell Heath.

Motorcyclist in critical condition after crash

Endymion Road near Finsbury Park closed both ways for over 10 hours due to a crash involving a 35-year-old motorcyclist in critical condition.

Three seriously injured in midnight crash and road closed

Violet Road in Bow has been closed due to a crash with three seriously injured individuals.

Police issue update on injured cyclist in major trauma centre

The cyclist injured in Chadwell Heath is in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries.

Cyclist in major trauma centre as main road closed

A cyclist is in a major trauma center after being found injured in Chadwell Heath.

Motorcyclist in critical condition after crash

Endymion Road near Finsbury Park closed both ways for over 10 hours due to a crash involving a 35-year-old motorcyclist in critical condition.

Three seriously injured in midnight crash and road closed

Violet Road in Bow has been closed due to a crash with three seriously injured individuals.
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Topanga Canyon Boulevard to reopen Sunday, months ahead of schedule

Topanga Canyon Boulevard, a major route connecting residents to the coast, will reopen earlier than anticipated after a landslide closure.
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Firefighters tackle huge fire in Northampton city centre

Firefighters are making good progress in tackling a huge blaze in Northampton town center, with a 500m cordon in place to contain the fire.

Man taken to hospital after motorbike and car crash closes road

Temporary road closures due to accidents can lead to significant traffic congestion in nearby areas.

Car wrecked after crash which sees road closed and driver arrested

A car crashed, caught fire near a DLR station leading to road closure. Driver arrested for dangerous driving. Emergency services responded promptly.

Firefighters tackle huge fire in Northampton city centre

Firefighters are making good progress in tackling a huge blaze in Northampton town center, with a 500m cordon in place to contain the fire.

Man taken to hospital after motorbike and car crash closes road

Temporary road closures due to accidents can lead to significant traffic congestion in nearby areas.

Car wrecked after crash which sees road closed and driver arrested

A car crashed, caught fire near a DLR station leading to road closure. Driver arrested for dangerous driving. Emergency services responded promptly.
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Busy Croydon road closed as man injured after falling from height'

Road in Croydon partly closed due to man's fall.

Ladywell road closed for nine hours as police find 'no trace of alleged altercation'

Alleged altercation led to nine-hour road closure in Ladywell.

Man in hospital after 'life-threatening' stabbing near polling station

A man was stabbed near a polling station in Dagenham, leading to a police investigation and closure of a major road.

Stabbing scene still cordoned off after man rushed to hospital

Loveridge Road in Kilburn remains closed following a stabbing incident on May 1.

Crime scene closes road as police think person 'injured' inside home

Police closed a road in Ilford due to a reported burglary, discovering evidence of injury but an empty property.

Two injured after crash between car and bike

Two people were injured in a car and bike crash in Leyton.
Road closure caused traffic diversions and congestion in the area.

Busy Croydon road closed as man injured after falling from height'

Road in Croydon partly closed due to man's fall.

Ladywell road closed for nine hours as police find 'no trace of alleged altercation'

Alleged altercation led to nine-hour road closure in Ladywell.

Man in hospital after 'life-threatening' stabbing near polling station

A man was stabbed near a polling station in Dagenham, leading to a police investigation and closure of a major road.

Stabbing scene still cordoned off after man rushed to hospital

Loveridge Road in Kilburn remains closed following a stabbing incident on May 1.

Crime scene closes road as police think person 'injured' inside home

Police closed a road in Ilford due to a reported burglary, discovering evidence of injury but an empty property.

Two injured after crash between car and bike

Two people were injured in a car and bike crash in Leyton.
Road closure caused traffic diversions and congestion in the area.
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M1 motorway closed as firefighters battle lorry fire, with long traffic delays

Severe delays in Dublin due to vehicle fire on M1 northbound
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Men arrested after 'crashing into parked cars' following police chase

Two men arrested after crashing into parked cars in Bow following a police chase in Fairfield Road.
The men were arrested on suspicion of intent to supply drugs and dangerous driving, with no reported injuries.
Temporary road closures were implemented, but the road has reopened, and investigations are ongoing.

Hunt for vehicle after Wallington police chase which ended in bridge crash

Police chase in Wallington resulted in a vehicle crashing into a lamppost on Whitehorse Road, South Norwood.
Whitehorse Road closed for safety measures and train services stopped due to debris on the tracks.

Men arrested after 'crashing into parked cars' following police chase

Two men arrested after crashing into parked cars in Bow following a police chase in Fairfield Road.
The men were arrested on suspicion of intent to supply drugs and dangerous driving, with no reported injuries.
Temporary road closures were implemented, but the road has reopened, and investigations are ongoing.

Hunt for vehicle after Wallington police chase which ended in bridge crash

Police chase in Wallington resulted in a vehicle crashing into a lamppost on Whitehorse Road, South Norwood.
Whitehorse Road closed for safety measures and train services stopped due to debris on the tracks.
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Highway 9 crash near Ben Lomond closes roadway

State Highway 9 near Ben Lomond will be closed due to a vehicle crash into a power pole, with a detour in place.
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Pedestrian rushed to hospital with 'serious injuries' after High Road crash

Serious injuries after pedestrian hit by lorry in Wood Green.
Road closed in Wood Green due to accident.

Major-injury collision closes South San Jose intersection near Highway 101

Intersection in South San Jose partially closed due to a major-injury crash.
Solo-vehicle collision reported at Monterey and Metcalf roads, impacting commute traffic severely.

LIVE updates after major Bromley road closed due to 'serious accident'

Serious accident caused closure of major road in Bromley, affecting bus routes.

Car crushed under lorry after early morning crash

Road in Camden closed for hours due to lorry and car crash.

Pedestrian rushed to hospital with 'serious injuries' after High Road crash

Serious injuries after pedestrian hit by lorry in Wood Green.
Road closed in Wood Green due to accident.

Major-injury collision closes South San Jose intersection near Highway 101

Intersection in South San Jose partially closed due to a major-injury crash.
Solo-vehicle collision reported at Monterey and Metcalf roads, impacting commute traffic severely.

LIVE updates after major Bromley road closed due to 'serious accident'

Serious accident caused closure of major road in Bromley, affecting bus routes.

Car crushed under lorry after early morning crash

Road in Camden closed for hours due to lorry and car crash.
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Water main work continues as road reopens following bus 'sinking' in hole

A bus sank into a hole on Front Lane, Cranham, leading to road closure.
Transport for London (TfL) arranged diversions for the affected 248 bus route during the repair period.

Bus 'sinks' into road hole sparking main road closure

Bus sank in hole during roadworks
Road shut, repairs to take at least two days

Six injured after bus crashes into shop in busy street

Six people injured after a bus crashed into a shop on Harrow Road in Maida Vale.

Water main work continues as road reopens following bus 'sinking' in hole

A bus sank into a hole on Front Lane, Cranham, leading to road closure.
Transport for London (TfL) arranged diversions for the affected 248 bus route during the repair period.

Bus 'sinks' into road hole sparking main road closure

Bus sank in hole during roadworks
Road shut, repairs to take at least two days

Six injured after bus crashes into shop in busy street

Six people injured after a bus crashed into a shop on Harrow Road in Maida Vale.
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Londoners living near new Old Oak Common HS2 train station hit back against plan to shut road for four years

Residents fear isolation due to planned road closure for HS2 construction
Community expresses concerns over extended road closure impacting amenities and services
#metropolitan-police

Police flock to major road after car overturns in Croydon

A car overturned in Croydon, temporarily closing a major road.
The driver of the overturned car did not need hospital treatment.

Road remains closed as police investigate fatal stabbing of 17-year-old boy

Road closure after teenager fatally stabbed
Murder investigation ongoing

'Suspicious item' reported outside Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich

Police temporarily closed a major road outside Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich after a suspicious item was reported.
The item was later found to be non-suspicious and all closures have been lifted.

Major road near busy London station closed after reports of suspicious package

A suspicious package was reported on Queen Victoria Street in central London.
The road was closed off to the public and the package was later found to be non-suspicious.

Police flock to major road after car overturns in Croydon

A car overturned in Croydon, temporarily closing a major road.
The driver of the overturned car did not need hospital treatment.

Road remains closed as police investigate fatal stabbing of 17-year-old boy

Road closure after teenager fatally stabbed
Murder investigation ongoing

'Suspicious item' reported outside Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich

Police temporarily closed a major road outside Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich after a suspicious item was reported.
The item was later found to be non-suspicious and all closures have been lifted.

Major road near busy London station closed after reports of suspicious package

A suspicious package was reported on Queen Victoria Street in central London.
The road was closed off to the public and the package was later found to be non-suspicious.
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Storm repairs to close PCH north of Malibu overnight indefinitely

A six-mile stretch of Pacific Coast Highway north of Malibu will be closed indefinitely overnight due to storm damage.
Caltrans officials are concerned about another approaching storm that could cause further road damage.

Person rushed to hospital after incident in Bexley

A person has been rushed to hospital after an incident in Bexley.
The nature of the incident and the condition of the individual are currently unknown.

Busy road cordoned off by police after reports of suspicious itemin Balham

A busy road in Balham was cordoned off by police due to a suspicious item.
The road has since been reopened and the incident has been stood down.
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Man rescued from overturned car after crash closes road

A man was rescued from a flipped car in Dagenham after a crash involving a parked vehicle.
The incident closed Porters Avenue, but the road has since been reopened.

CHP investigating fatal crash on Interstate 80 that left vehicle on its roof

A fatal car accident occurred on the westbound Interstate 80 in Rodeo, California, leading to temporary road closures and a Sig Alert for severe traffic.

Man rescued from overturned car after crash closes road

A man was rescued from a flipped car in Dagenham after a crash involving a parked vehicle.
The incident closed Porters Avenue, but the road has since been reopened.

CHP investigating fatal crash on Interstate 80 that left vehicle on its roof

A fatal car accident occurred on the westbound Interstate 80 in Rodeo, California, leading to temporary road closures and a Sig Alert for severe traffic.
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Police believe 'fatal crash' behind road closure

Police believe there has been a fatal collision, resulting in a road closure in Dagenham.
The closure has affected several roads in the area, including Leys Avenue and Ballards Road.

Man rushed to hospital after two-car crash

Two cars collided on Shirland Road in Maida Vale
A man was taken to the hospital following the crash

5 hospitalized after Amtrak train car derails in Ventura County crash

An Amtrak train crashed into a parked semi-truck, causing a train car to derail
Five people were hospitalized, with one person suffering moderate injuries
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South east London road closes due to ice as temperatures drop

Jerringham Road in Peckham, London is closed due to icy conditions.
The closure is impacting bus routes 343 and 484.

Fire under 10 Freeway in downtown L.A. upends traffic with no reopening in sight

The 10 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles will remain closed indefinitely due to damage caused by a fire.
The closure will significantly affect traffic in the area, with no timetable for reopening.
Alternate routes and public transit are encouraged to ease traffic flow during the repair work.

South east London road closes due to ice as temperatures drop

Jerringham Road in Peckham, London is closed due to icy conditions.
The closure is impacting bus routes 343 and 484.

Fire under 10 Freeway in downtown L.A. upends traffic with no reopening in sight

The 10 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles will remain closed indefinitely due to damage caused by a fire.
The closure will significantly affect traffic in the area, with no timetable for reopening.
Alternate routes and public transit are encouraged to ease traffic flow during the repair work.
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Cyclist hit by car on road closed for RideLondon

A cyclist suffered spinal injuries after being hit by a car on a road closed for a cycling event.
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