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Firefighters battle blaze at Royal Free Hospital in HampsteadOver 60 firefighters controlled a recreational building fire near the Royal Free Hospital, minimizing disruption and ensuring public safety.
Fire breaks out at Royal Free HospitalA fire broke out at the Royal Free Hospital in Hampstead, leading to significant firefighting efforts and traffic disruptions in the area.
Shocking footage shows Tesco lorry explode into HUGE flames in crash on M25A Tesco lorry caught fire on the M25 following a crash, causing major delays and a full road closure.
Three vehicles crash and car on fire - blocking A406 North CircularA multi-vehicle crash on the A406 resulted in a car fire and significant traffic disruption, with emergency services responding promptly.
Pilots survive horror light aircraft crash as glider nosedives onto Cotswolds roadA light aircraft crash-landed on a busy road in the Cotswolds after losing a wing, with no serious injuries reported.Emergency services responded quickly, and both pilot and passenger escaped without serious harm.
Cyclist fighting for life after horror van crash on New Oxford StreetA cyclist is in critical condition after a collision with a van in Central London, prompting a major emergency response.
Firefighters battle blaze at Royal Free Hospital in HampsteadOver 60 firefighters controlled a recreational building fire near the Royal Free Hospital, minimizing disruption and ensuring public safety.
Fire breaks out at Royal Free HospitalA fire broke out at the Royal Free Hospital in Hampstead, leading to significant firefighting efforts and traffic disruptions in the area.
Shocking footage shows Tesco lorry explode into HUGE flames in crash on M25A Tesco lorry caught fire on the M25 following a crash, causing major delays and a full road closure.
Three vehicles crash and car on fire - blocking A406 North CircularA multi-vehicle crash on the A406 resulted in a car fire and significant traffic disruption, with emergency services responding promptly.
Pilots survive horror light aircraft crash as glider nosedives onto Cotswolds roadA light aircraft crash-landed on a busy road in the Cotswolds after losing a wing, with no serious injuries reported.Emergency services responded quickly, and both pilot and passenger escaped without serious harm.
Cyclist fighting for life after horror van crash on New Oxford StreetA cyclist is in critical condition after a collision with a van in Central London, prompting a major emergency response.
Sinkhole opens on 2nd NJ highway as commuting turmoil drags on: 'This is getting ridiculous'New Jersey has seen multiple sinkholes on highways, raising serious safety concerns and prompting calls for urgent infrastructure repairs.
Monster sinkhole opens along major New Jersey highway, leading to closures, traffic delaysA large sinkhole on Interstate 80 in New Jersey caused significant traffic disruptions and prompted detours as authorities assess the situation.
Sinkhole forms in San Francisco's Marina District during intensifying stormA sinkhole has formed in San Francisco's Marina District due to severe winter weather, causing traffic disruptions and a safety response from local authorities.
Sinkhole opens on 2nd NJ highway as commuting turmoil drags on: 'This is getting ridiculous'New Jersey has seen multiple sinkholes on highways, raising serious safety concerns and prompting calls for urgent infrastructure repairs.
Monster sinkhole opens along major New Jersey highway, leading to closures, traffic delaysA large sinkhole on Interstate 80 in New Jersey caused significant traffic disruptions and prompted detours as authorities assess the situation.
Sinkhole forms in San Francisco's Marina District during intensifying stormA sinkhole has formed in San Francisco's Marina District due to severe winter weather, causing traffic disruptions and a safety response from local authorities.
QEII Bridge to CLOSE over last full weekend in January diversions in placeThe Dartford Crossing will experience significant closures over the weekend, causing major traffic disruptions during late hours.
18-month span of roadworks to cause disruption in Bromley what you need to knowKey roads in Bromley will face various restrictions starting March 19, 2025, as part of long-term improvement works.
The L.A. Marathon is Sunday. What roads and freeway ramps will be closed?The Los Angeles Marathon on March 16, 2025, will significantly impact local traffic with extensive road closures until evening.
Dartford Crossing overnight works continue this week despite fuel spillage incidentThe spill during maintenance significantly reduced northbound traffic capacity, resulting in closures and diversions.Planned overnight closures will keep affecting traffic even after the spill disruptions.
Full list of closures on the A2, A20, A21, and A282 set to disrupt drivers this weekRoad closures this week on A2, A20, A21, and A282 will disrupt travel, requiring motorists to plan ahead.
QEII Bridge to CLOSE over last full weekend in January diversions in placeThe Dartford Crossing will experience significant closures over the weekend, causing major traffic disruptions during late hours.
18-month span of roadworks to cause disruption in Bromley what you need to knowKey roads in Bromley will face various restrictions starting March 19, 2025, as part of long-term improvement works.
The L.A. Marathon is Sunday. What roads and freeway ramps will be closed?The Los Angeles Marathon on March 16, 2025, will significantly impact local traffic with extensive road closures until evening.
Dartford Crossing overnight works continue this week despite fuel spillage incidentThe spill during maintenance significantly reduced northbound traffic capacity, resulting in closures and diversions.Planned overnight closures will keep affecting traffic even after the spill disruptions.
Full list of closures on the A2, A20, A21, and A282 set to disrupt drivers this weekRoad closures this week on A2, A20, A21, and A282 will disrupt travel, requiring motorists to plan ahead.
Speed hump installation to cause night closures in Harold Hill this monthStraight Road, Harold Hill, will close nightly for speed hump installation in March, affecting traffic flow.
Dartford Crossing West Tunnel to CLOSE overnight through this weekendDartford Crossing's West Tunnel will be closed overnight this weekend for maintenance, causing diversions and potential delays for motorists.
Dagenham street set for 'essential' week-long closureOglethorpe Road will be closed for essential gas works from January 20 to January 27, affecting traffic and pedestrian access.
Speed hump installation to cause night closures in Harold Hill this monthStraight Road, Harold Hill, will close nightly for speed hump installation in March, affecting traffic flow.
Dartford Crossing West Tunnel to CLOSE overnight through this weekendDartford Crossing's West Tunnel will be closed overnight this weekend for maintenance, causing diversions and potential delays for motorists.
Dagenham street set for 'essential' week-long closureOglethorpe Road will be closed for essential gas works from January 20 to January 27, affecting traffic and pedestrian access.
'I let my neighbours use my farm roadway temporarily while they widened their entrance. Five years on there is a stream of commercial traffic through my farm - and they are claiming they have a legal right of way'Temporary arrangements can lead to long-term disruptions, affecting farm operations.
Full weekend closure set for M25 section for bridge demolitionThe M25 will close for an entire weekend for bridge demolition as part of ongoing junction improvements.
Motorists warned of major disruption after grain spillage on M50Grain spillage on M50 causes significant traffic disruption; motorists advised to take alternative routes and drive cautiously.
Vincent Thomas Bridge and parts of Highway 47 still closed after big rig crash sparks fire in San PedroA big rig accident involving lithium batteries caused significant closures on Highway 47 and disrupted operations at the Port of Los Angeles.
8 California firefighters injured after fire utility truck overturnsEight Orange County firefighters were injured in a rollover accident while returning from fighting a large fire.
London travel news LIVE: Major delays after serious M11 crash shuts motorway near Stansted AirportA serious collision has caused the M11 motorway to close, resulting in significant commuter disruption and long delays.
One in hospital after bus and car crash in Lewisham centreA bus and car crash in Lewisham caused one hospitalization and significant traffic disruption.
Water main break causes flooding, property damage in Melrose areaWater main break caused flooding affecting businesses and homes on Melrose Avenue.Quick emergency response included closure of traffic to repair the damage.
Tooting fire: 80 firefighters tackle blaze at block of flatsLarge fire at a block of flats in Tooting, involving 2 flats and part of the roof, with 20 people evacuated and some treated for smoke inhalation.
Vincent Thomas Bridge and parts of Highway 47 still closed after big rig crash sparks fire in San PedroA big rig accident involving lithium batteries caused significant closures on Highway 47 and disrupted operations at the Port of Los Angeles.
8 California firefighters injured after fire utility truck overturnsEight Orange County firefighters were injured in a rollover accident while returning from fighting a large fire.
London travel news LIVE: Major delays after serious M11 crash shuts motorway near Stansted AirportA serious collision has caused the M11 motorway to close, resulting in significant commuter disruption and long delays.
One in hospital after bus and car crash in Lewisham centreA bus and car crash in Lewisham caused one hospitalization and significant traffic disruption.
Water main break causes flooding, property damage in Melrose areaWater main break caused flooding affecting businesses and homes on Melrose Avenue.Quick emergency response included closure of traffic to repair the damage.
Tooting fire: 80 firefighters tackle blaze at block of flatsLarge fire at a block of flats in Tooting, involving 2 flats and part of the roof, with 20 people evacuated and some treated for smoke inhalation.
Highway 24 In Oakland Reopened After Freeway Shooting InvestigationA shooting incident led to the closure of eastbound Highway 24 in Oakland for almost two hours, causing significant traffic disruptions.
A helicopter halts traffic on the 110 Freeway in South Los AngelesA helicopter made an emergency landing on the 110 Freeway due to loss of power, causing major traffic disruptions but no injuries.
Major highway closed in Anaheim amid standoff involving police SWAT team, suspect: WATCH LIVEA police chase originating in Corona, California ended in a tense standoff on 91 Freeway in Anaheim, leading to extensive traffic disruptions.
Highway 24 In Oakland Reopened After Freeway Shooting InvestigationA shooting incident led to the closure of eastbound Highway 24 in Oakland for almost two hours, causing significant traffic disruptions.
A helicopter halts traffic on the 110 Freeway in South Los AngelesA helicopter made an emergency landing on the 110 Freeway due to loss of power, causing major traffic disruptions but no injuries.
Major highway closed in Anaheim amid standoff involving police SWAT team, suspect: WATCH LIVEA police chase originating in Corona, California ended in a tense standoff on 91 Freeway in Anaheim, leading to extensive traffic disruptions.
First picture of M25 shipwreck' as fallen boat causes huge traffic delaysA boat capsized on the M25, leading to a two-hour traffic delay and extensive congestion.
Mudslide, fallen tree impact Highway 101 in Marin CountyA severe storm in the Bay Area caused mudslides and traffic disruptions on Highway 101.
A storm brings squalls to the Northeast; 2 people die from heart attacks after shoveling snowSevere winter storms are causing significant disruptions and health risks in the northeastern U.S.
Record-breaking snowfall disrupts daily life in northern Japan's HokkaidoHokkaido is experiencing record-breaking snowfall that has severely disrupted traffic and services, prompting safety advice from local officials.
Video. Houston Zoo animals discover snow for the first timeTexas faced a winter storm, causing widespread school closures and traffic disruption, while animals at the Houston Zoo enjoyed the rare snowfall.
A storm brings squalls to the Northeast; 2 people die from heart attacks after shoveling snowSevere winter storms are causing significant disruptions and health risks in the northeastern U.S.
Record-breaking snowfall disrupts daily life in northern Japan's HokkaidoHokkaido is experiencing record-breaking snowfall that has severely disrupted traffic and services, prompting safety advice from local officials.
Video. Houston Zoo animals discover snow for the first timeTexas faced a winter storm, causing widespread school closures and traffic disruption, while animals at the Houston Zoo enjoyed the rare snowfall.
Pro-Palestine protesters shut down 405 Freeway in West L.A.Pro-Palestinian protesters blocked 405 Freeway in West LA during rush hour to call for an end to US support of Israel.
Thousands of anti-ICE protesters block freeway, streets in downtown Los AngelesThousands protested in Los Angeles against Trump's immigration policies, leading to significant traffic disruptions.
Pro-Palestine protesters shut down 405 Freeway in West L.A.Pro-Palestinian protesters blocked 405 Freeway in West LA during rush hour to call for an end to US support of Israel.
Thousands of anti-ICE protesters block freeway, streets in downtown Los AngelesThousands protested in Los Angeles against Trump's immigration policies, leading to significant traffic disruptions.
'Hit and run' driver fails to stop after two injured in crashTwo pedestrians were injured in a hit and run crash outside North Acton tube station in London.
Thames Water leak: Chaos as burst main sends 60ft 'geyser' into the air in west LondonA burst main in West London caused a dramatic 60-foot water geyser, leading to severe traffic disruptions.
'Hit and run' driver fails to stop after two injured in crashTwo pedestrians were injured in a hit and run crash outside North Acton tube station in London.
Thames Water leak: Chaos as burst main sends 60ft 'geyser' into the air in west LondonA burst main in West London caused a dramatic 60-foot water geyser, leading to severe traffic disruptions.
Vehicle catches fire in Caldecott Tunnel, snarling trafficA minivan fire in the Caldecott Tunnel caused traffic disruptions and the closure of Bore 1, but no injuries were reported.
King-Spadina intersection will likely be closed until end of week after garbage truck damages streetcar wires | CBC NewsThe intersection of King Street W. and Spadina Avenue is closed due to overhead wire damage, with repairs expected to continue through Friday.
Small plane crashes along Westchester highway near county airportA small plane crashed on Interstate 684 in New York, disrupting traffic and requiring investigation.
Dirt Bike Mayhem Swarmed Both Sides of the Bay Sunday; Oakland Store Robbed, Traffic Held Up In SFMotorbike gangs increasingly disrupt the Bay Area, halting traffic and committing robberies, signaling a rise in audacity and chaotic public behavior.
Watch: Part of I-93 tunnel floods during Wednesday's heavy rainsSignificant flooding occurred in the I-93 tunnel in Boston due to a pump failure and debris buildup, leading to ramp closures.
Dirt Bike Mayhem Swarmed Both Sides of the Bay Sunday; Oakland Store Robbed, Traffic Held Up In SFMotorbike gangs increasingly disrupt the Bay Area, halting traffic and committing robberies, signaling a rise in audacity and chaotic public behavior.
Watch: Part of I-93 tunnel floods during Wednesday's heavy rainsSignificant flooding occurred in the I-93 tunnel in Boston due to a pump failure and debris buildup, leading to ramp closures.
Motorists set for 18 weeks of roadworks chaosWembley High Road will be closed for 18 weeks starting January 13, due to urgent drainage repairs.
San Francisco Critical MassCritical Mass is a monthly mass bicycle ride in San Francisco that promotes cycling and takes over city streets on the last Friday of the month.
San Francisco Critical MassCritical Mass is a mass bike ride on the last Friday of each month in San Francisco, starting at 5:30 pm, where everyone is welcome and no one is in charge. It can cause traffic disruptions.
San Francisco Critical MassCritical Mass is a monthly mass bicycle ride in San Francisco that promotes cycling and takes over city streets on the last Friday of the month.
San Francisco Critical MassCritical Mass is a mass bike ride on the last Friday of each month in San Francisco, starting at 5:30 pm, where everyone is welcome and no one is in charge. It can cause traffic disruptions.
NYC closing street to give posh UES prep school own private playground: DOT 'hurts tax-paying citizens'The city plans to close East 77th Street for a school's use, drawing criticism from local residents who feel excluded.
QEII bridge to close this weekend for Dartford Crossing maintenance worksThe QEII Bridge will be closed for maintenance from December 6 to 9, influencing traffic patterns significantly.
London travel news LIVE: Dartford Crossing chaos as stalled vehicle and M25 crash cause 10-mile tailbackTwo incidents - stalled vehicle in the tunnel and crash on M25 - causing 10-mile tailback on both sides of Dartford Crossing.
QEII bridge to close this weekend for Dartford Crossing maintenance worksThe QEII Bridge will be closed for maintenance from December 6 to 9, influencing traffic patterns significantly.
London travel news LIVE: Dartford Crossing chaos as stalled vehicle and M25 crash cause 10-mile tailbackTwo incidents - stalled vehicle in the tunnel and crash on M25 - causing 10-mile tailback on both sides of Dartford Crossing.
M25 closure: Police hunt 'car criminals' as break-ins at South Mimms service station causes motorway to shutPolice are pursuing a gang caught breaking into cars, prompting a temporary M25 closure and traffic disruption.
Plane reportedly makes emergency landing on Bay Area highwayA small plane made an emergency landing on Highway 85 due to fuel exhaustion.
Watch what it's like to handle an overturned truck full of burning batteriesA truck carrying lithium-ion batteries exploded near the Port of Los Angeles, significantly disrupting traffic and operations for days.
Big rig with lithium ion batteries flips in San Pedro, sparking hazardous fire, closing freewayA hazardous fire caused by a battery explosion led to significant freeway closures in San Pedro, disrupting traffic without reported injuries.
Watch what it's like to handle an overturned truck full of burning batteriesA truck carrying lithium-ion batteries exploded near the Port of Los Angeles, significantly disrupting traffic and operations for days.
Big rig with lithium ion batteries flips in San Pedro, sparking hazardous fire, closing freewayA hazardous fire caused by a battery explosion led to significant freeway closures in San Pedro, disrupting traffic without reported injuries.
Crash leads to road closure near schools and Wembley StadiumA car crash in Wembley resulted in road closures without injuries, affecting traffic and local schools.Five primary schools were near the crash site, but children were in classes during the incident.
Germany: Bridge in Dresden collapses into Elbe river DW 09/11/2024The Carola Bridge collapse in Dresden will disrupt traffic for an extended period but fortunately caused no injuries.
NYC's Midtown Tunnel to Queens Sprung a Leak on Monday: Here's What HappenedA contractor accidentally punctured the Queens Midtown Tunnel, causing disruption as water from the East River flooded in.
10-foot python found during Bay Area sideshow bustA python was discovered in a vehicle during a police chase linked to an illegal sideshow.
PCH in Malibu shut down; police in standoff with person barricaded inside vanA standoff involving a barricaded suspect caused the closure of Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, impacting local commuters.
Traffic alert: Miami trolley struck, pinned passenger before dying. Calle Ocho is closedLittle Havana's Calle Ocho was shut down by La Carreta restaurant after a fatal incident involving a Miami trolley hitting and killing a passenger.
The Blackwall Tunnel is closing for four weekends in May and JuneMajor disruption in London as Blackwall tunnel's southbound closure announced for maintenance work.
Oakland Critical Mass | First FridayOakland Critical Mass is a monthly bike ride on the first Friday, emphasizing fun but also a political-protest for bikers' rights.
Oakland Critical Mass | First FridayOakland Critical Mass is a monthly bike ride every first Friday starting at 8 pm, promotes bikers' rights, controversial for blocking traffic but celebrated by participants and pedestrians.
Oakland Critical Mass | First FridayOakland Critical Mass is a monthly bike ride on the first Friday, emphasizing fun but also a political-protest for bikers' rights.
Oakland Critical Mass | First FridayOakland Critical Mass is a monthly bike ride every first Friday starting at 8 pm, promotes bikers' rights, controversial for blocking traffic but celebrated by participants and pedestrians.
Driver charged with negligent homicide in fiery crash that shut down Connecticut highway bridgeA man is charged with negligent homicide after a crash on a major Connecticut highway bridge that resulted in the death of a fuel delivery truck driver.
Investigation into South Miami-Dade shooting leads to U.S. 1 closures in morning rush hourA late-night shooting in South Miami-Dade caused critical injuries, leading to traffic disruptions during the Thursday morning rush hour.