A1000 North Circular Road reopens after lorry fire closes key Barnet route
London Fire Brigade confirmed the blaze started in a refrigerated lorry near Henlys Corner at 06:45
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The A1000 North Circular Road in Barnet reopened at 11:30 on 12 September 2024 after a lorry fire forced a five-hour closure. The incident began at 06:45 near Henlys Corner, where a refrigerated lorry caught fire, according to London Fire Brigade.
Four fire engines and 25 firefighters attended the scene. A London Fire Brigade spokesperson told London Travel News that the blaze was brought under control by 08:15, but the road remained closed while crews cleared debris and assessed structural safety.
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Diversions and delays
Transport for London diverted bus routes 13, 134, 263 and 326 during the closure. The 13 and 134 were rerouted via the A41 Watford Way, while the 263 and 326 used the A1 Finchley Road. TfL advised passengers to expect delays of up to 45 minutes on affected services.
Barnet Council confirmed that no alternative traffic management was implemented. A council spokesperson said, as reported by London Travel News, that the closure was managed by the Metropolitan Police and London Fire Brigade, with no council-led diversions in place.
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London Fire Brigade deployed around 100 firefighters to the scene on 12 September 2024
No injuries reported
London Fire Brigade confirmed that no injuries were reported as a result of the fire. The cause of the blaze is unclear, with investigations ongoing. A spokesperson said the incident involved a refrigerated lorry, but no further details on the cargo or operator were provided.
Barnet Council has not announced any plans for a safety review or additional roadworks following the incident. Residents can report concerns about road conditions via the council’s online portal or by contacting the highways team directly.
What happens next
London Fire Brigade will continue its investigation into the cause of the fire. Transport for London will monitor bus services for residual delays throughout the day. Barnet Council has not scheduled any follow-up actions, but residents can submit feedback on the incident via the council’s website.
Questions this report answers
+How long was the A1000 North Circular Road closed?
The road was closed for nearly five hours, from 06:45 to 11:30 on 12 September 2024. The closure affected both directions between Henlys Corner and Brent Street, causing significant morning rush-hour disruption.
+Which bus routes were diverted during the closure?
Bus routes 13, 134, 263 and 326 were diverted. The 13 and 134 used the A41 Watford Way, while the 263 and 326 were rerouted via the A1 Finchley Road. Passengers were advised to expect delays of up to 45 minutes.
+Was anyone injured in the lorry fire?
No injuries were reported, according to London Fire Brigade. Four fire engines and 25 firefighters attended the scene, bringing the blaze under control by 08:15, though the road remained closed for safety checks.
+Will Barnet Council review road safety after this incident?
Barnet Council has not announced any safety reviews or additional roadworks following the incident. Residents can report concerns about road conditions via the council’s online portal or by contacting the highways team.
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