Just Stop Oil says the two climbers ascended the two 84m masts on the north side of the crossing and the group expect the bridge will remain shut for at least 24 hours. 2023 BBC. 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You cancontact us here. There is slow traffic in both directions as a result. The victim was taken to Tampa General Hospital, where they were pronounced dead. Ali Miraj To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. There is a detour in operation through one of the Dartford Tunnels. "This is a complex operation due to the height at which the protestors are currently situated and it may take some but we are working as quickly as possible," said the spokesperson. You can stay up to date with all the latest. Motorists were also being diverted away from the crossing although it is due to reopen shortly. By Sheldon Spackman. The clockwise carriageway of the M25 was closed between J30 and J1A as police dealt with the incident. Traffic travelling southbound on the M25 and A282 is being diverted via the East Bore Tunnel. The authorities are criminally failing to get this grim science communicated. Upon arrival officers located the victim, AMIR NOBLES of Philadelphia within a vehicle and struck by gunfire. Essex Police were called to reports with concern for the welfare of a man on the A282 around 2.40am this morning. Have you got a story for us? 1 year ago 13:29 Olivia Stringer. The M25 has been plunged into chaos after a 'police incident' closed the clockwise side of the QE2 Bridge at the Dartford Crossing this afternoon (September 14). Two members of climate change group Just Stop Oil scaled the 84m-high masts on the north side of the bridge on Monday to "demand that the government halts all new oil and gas licences and consents". Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Protester at QE2 bridge speaks in video clip. Please report any comments that break our rules. Motorists have been warned to expect further traffic chaos during the protest by Just Stop Oil, which has seen two men straddling the suspension cables of the QEII Bridge. Sign up to ournewsletters to get updates sent straight to your inbox. On 8 September 2022, at 15:10 BST, Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms, and the longest-reigning British monarch, died of old age at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, at the age of 96. The exact nature of the incident has yet to be confirmed however Essex Police and East of England Ambulance Service have been approached for comment. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Essex Police are at the scene dealing with the incident that is causing traffic to build. "All traffic is instead going to run through one of the Dartford Tunnels.". Kent. Only direct action will now help to reach the social tipping point we so urgently need.. The 2.8km-long (1.7 mile) QEII bridge southbound, and two 1.4km-long (0.8 mile) tunnels northbound . The M25 has been plunged into chaos after a police incident closed the clockwise side of the QE2 Bridge at the Dartford Crossing this afternoon (September 14). \u2014 BBC Radio London Travel (@BBCTravelAlert) October 19, 2021. Essex Roads Policing tweeted: Police on scene but traffic building and likely to be some time, pls avoid the area and RT to others. The protest is the 17th in a row for the group, with 450 arrests after incidents including a tin of soup being hurled at Van Gough's Sunflowers painting in the National Gallery and the spray painting of New Scotland Yard's famous revolving sign. There are long delays on the M25 this morning in the approach to the QE2 bridge. Drivers were late for job interviews, ambulances had to be rerouted and workers failed to get to their jobs in time. 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For other inquiries, Contact Us. "A full closure is in place on the M4 motorway, diversions are in place J 13 and 14.". Traffic has ground to a halt in both directions along the QE2 bridge this morning as police responded to Police incident on the bridge. MOTORISTS were urged to avoid a busy south Essex bridge this morning due to a police incident. We want to hear from you. National Highways will be facilitating a diversion through one of the tunnels. "Long delays cleared on M25 Dartford Tunnel anticlockwise from J1A A206 (Dartford) to J31 A1306 (Lakeside / Purfleet)," said Inrix said. Anti-clockwise traffic is now able to use both tunnels again.". "I'm sitting in a traffic jam instead of being at work running the business.". Staff shortages have broughtchaos to airportsamid soaring demand forEastergetaways, with airlinescancelling hundreds of flights. Police are currently on the scene of an incident on the QE2 Bridge. The bridge at the Dartford Crossing remains closed. This morning queues reached at least six-miles long as bridge designer Morgan and teacher Marcus refused to come down. Essex Police have now urged people to avoid the area after being called to the QE2 Bridge today. "M25 QE2 Bridge clockwise closed, severe delays due to police incident between . Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. More fossil fuel licenses means global genocide. Traffic travelling southbound on the M25 and A282 is being diverted via the East Bore Tunnel. The emergency services, including an air ambulance, were called to the A58 Moss Bank Way at 3.12pm on Monday. Take our personality quiz and find out. Sean Martell, from National Highways, said: "Our primary concern is always safety. Emergency services left the scene shortly after 3.30am. Drivers have also been met with seven-mile tailbacks on the M25 after a crash in Reigate, Surrey, this morning. Please report any comments that break our rules. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? "People rely on the strategic road network for so many things and they have a right to expect it to operate as it should.". "Congestion to J29 (Romford / Basildon), the A13 in both directions approaching the M25, and routes . Officers were called to the bridge at 2.40am this morning with concerns for the welfare of a man on the A282 in Thurrock. The Friarton Bridge. Highways England said there remain long delays for drivers this morning. It has left significant queues for drivers on the approach to the bridge. The exact nature of the incident has not yet been confirmed. Our supporters will be returning today, tomorrow and the next day and the next day after that and every day until our demand is met: no new oil and gas in the UK," said the group. Do you know this baby? This is an act of resistance against a criminal government and their genocidal death project. Officers thanked those travelling for their "patience and understanding". Get all your latest Easter news and stories here News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. MnDOT traffic cameras show the moment the teens crashed a Kia through the bridge after speeding up an exit ramp, flipping over the side before landing right side up alongside I-94 at 49th Avenue . "Emergency services attended and are working to resolve the situation as quickly and safely as possible. . According to investigators, three vehicles, including the motorcyclist, were traveling north in the inside lane of the bridge. All lanes have reopened on the M25 this morning but traffic remains very slow. There are currently delays stretching from junction 31 A1306 to junction 1A A206 with many cars stranded. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can Despite traffic now being cleared to use both tunnels, congestion remains. Exact date yellow weather warning for snow and ice forecast to hit UK - will you be affected? The Dartford Crossing bridge has been . The High Court issued an interim injunction last year to deter environmental activists from staging demonstrations on the M25. READ MORE: Police appeal for witnesses after climate protesters disrupt M25 traffic. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. More than 22.48 million journeys will take place over the Easter weekend as Brits scramble to enjoy the glorious weather. Please allow extra time for your journey this morning or seek alternative routes if possible. Share; "We want to be clear our priority is to keep people safe and keep Essex moving. The police are looking into the incident. . At 7:35 a.m., RCMP were called to a serious . NUISANCE protesters have forced police to close the Dartford Crossing this morning after two idiots scaled the bridge. During Covid the science was conveyed on a daily basis. The road reopened at 6.30am however there were long delays of up to 90 minutes. The QEII Bridge has been closed after two Just Stop Oil protesters climbed onto it this morning. Swanley England Live Traffic and Accident Reports. The two people who remain at height on the bridge have put themselves in considerable danger and as a result, we and our emergency services face a considerable challenge. Kent Police is looking into the incident after the fireworks were set off from Greenhithe. Essex Wetherspoons: What are all their hygiene ratings? "We will take action against anyone who puts life in danger or things they can selfishly stop others getting to work or getting on with their lives.". DRIVERS were hit with travel chaos today after a firework factory blast closed the M4 and a separate accident sparked a seven-mile tailback on the M25. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. 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Traffic monitoring system INRIX says: "Long delays and queueing traffic for six miles due to earlier Police incident on M25 QE2 Bridge clockwise between J31 A1306 (Lakeside / Purfleet) and J1a . "Long delays due to earlier police incident on M25 QE2 Bridge clockwise from J31 A1306 to J1A A206 (Dartford)," Inrix says. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to They told MyLondon: "We were called to concerns for the welfare of a man on the Dartford Crossing shortly after 2.50pm today (Tuesday 14 September). Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. "Emergency services attended and are working to resolve the situation as quickly and safely as possible. Kent Police has since confirmed that there were no arrests made during today's demonstration. Police said on Tuesday they had arrived at the bridge with a "raised platform" to "allow specialists to work at . Editors' Code of Practice. 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Traffic is backing up between J31 and J1A and drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible . This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. The chaos has sparked traffic carnage with two hour delays and six miles of . There are currently delays stretching from junction 31 A1306 to junction 1A A206 with many cars stranded. LBC Published by at 14 Marta, 2021. The A282 also connects directly at both ends with the M25 London Orbital . More than 20 people were arrested on Sunday after some activists glued themselves to the road in Shoreditch High Street in east London. Traffic is backing up between J31 and J1A and drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible for the next 60 - 90 minutes. They say they intend to stay up there for at least 24 hours. Incident #20-03254/Homicide Arrest: On April 6th, 2020 at 3:23 AM, Williamsport Bureau of Police patrol division responded to the 300 block of Bridge Street for a report of several shots being fired. The road was closed between J30 and J1A as police were at the scene. The group said more than 450 of its supporters have been arrested during the last two weeks of action. Asked by Nick Ferrari at Breakfast about the sense police "are not doing enough" after a series of protests, Sir Mark said they needed to judge the "scale of disruption". An incident happened between J30 and J1A earlier this morning closing the clockwise carriageway. Plan meals, try new foods and explore cuisines with tested recipes from the country's top chefs. Just Stop Oil said protesters had scaled the suspension bridge via its cables, The A282 at the QE2 Bridge was closed for safety reasons, Just Stop Oil said: "Our political system is betraying the people of this country. Plumes of smoke were seen billowing from the industrial building, believed to store pyrotechnics, shortly after 1.30pm between Junction 13-14 in Westbrook, Newbury. I cant challenge this madness in my desk job, designing bridges, so Im taking direct action, occupying the QE2 bridge until the government stops all new oil.. There are now severe delays of up to 60 minutes on approach to this incident on the #M25 clockwise J30 to J1A #QE2 bridge. The closure caused a bottleneck on the M25 anticlockwise, forcing traffic into half the lanes usually used by traffic heading from Kent to Essex via the tunnels. on the web. Just Stop Oil claimed the bridge was expected to remain shut for at least 24 hours after two climbers ascended the two 84m masts on the North side. They say this is part of the 'next phase'. Today marks the 18th consecutive day of environmental group Just Stop Oil's protests, which have involved road blocks and vandalism. All lanes have been re-opened. LBC News The A282 Dartford Crossing is currently the only way to cross the Thames east of London by road. One person was seriously injured in the crash and another was arrested, police said. The platform, which arrived around 4pm, will allow specialists to work at height and continue "meaningful engagement" with the two Just Stop Oil protestors who have been straddling the suspension cables since early yesterday. View our online Press Pack. A diversion route was in force earlier however it appears all lanes have reopened. The QE2 Bridge Crossing also remained closed after two protesters climbed up Credit: UkNewsinPictures. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Florida troopers said a St. Petersburg man on a motorcycle was killed following a crash on the Skyway Bridge. Our government has enacted suicidal laws to accelerate oil production: killing human life and destroying our environment. **M25 DARTFORD RIVER CROSSING CLOSED** MyLondon has approached Essex Police for more information on the incident. Just Stop Oil said the two supporters ascended the two 84m (275ft) masts at the northern end of the bridge. Stay tuned to our live blog for the latest live updates. or Anticlockwise congestion to J2 (A2 . The driver of a semi-truck was taken to hospital by STARS Air Ambulance after a collision on the QEII Highway south of Edmonton Wednesday morning. Editors' Code of Practice. The road was reopened in both ways after just under two hours. Previous congestion to J30 (Lakeside / Purfleet).". Traffic has been released into both tunnels anticlockwise as the QE2 bridge is now open for clockwise traffic once more. Marcus, 33, a teacher from London said "too many people in this country simply dont know the scale and intensity" of climate change. Police have closed the Dartford Crossing after two people climbed the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge at 3.50am; Essex Police says it is dealing with them 'as quickly and as safely' as possible, but .

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