Dawley Road near Heathrow closed after crash, buses diverted
Residents advised to expect delays as recovery work continues on the A3044 link
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Dawley Road, a key link between the A30 and Heathrow Airport, was closed in both directions following a collision on the morning of 12 September. This Is Local London reported the incident, which occurred near the junction with North Hyde Road in Hayes.
London Buses confirmed diversions for three routes. The 222, which runs between Hounslow and Uxbridge, the 350, linking Heathrow Terminal 5 and Hayes, and the H98, serving Hayes and Hounslow, were all rerouted. No alternative stops were announced.
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Impact on local travel
The closure affects commuters travelling between Hayes, Harlington and Heathrow. Dawley Road is a primary route for airport workers and freight traffic. No estimated time for reopening was provided by Transport for London (TfL) or Hillingdon Council.
This Is Local London stated recovery crews were at the scene, but details of the crash, including the number of vehicles involved or injuries, were not released. The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service have not issued public statements.
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What happens next
TfL advised residents to check its website or social media for live updates. Diversions are expected to remain in place until the road is cleared. No alternative arrangements, such as temporary bus stops, were announced.
Hillingdon Council, which oversees Dawley Road, has not commented on whether the incident will prompt a review of road safety measures. The next scheduled meeting of the council’s transport committee is on 25 September.
Questions this report answers
+Which bus routes were diverted after the Dawley Road crash?
London Buses diverted routes 222, 350 and H98 on 12 September. The 222 runs between Hounslow and Uxbridge, the 350 links Heathrow Terminal 5 and Hayes, and the H98 serves Hayes and Hounslow. No alternative stops were announced.
+When will Dawley Road reopen after the crash?
No reopening time has been confirmed. Transport for London advised checking its website for updates. Recovery crews are on site, but the extent of the incident remains unclear, as reported by This Is Local London.
+Who is responsible for clearing the crash on Dawley Road?
Hillingdon Council oversees Dawley Road, but recovery operations are typically managed by the Metropolitan Police, London Ambulance Service and TfL. No public statement on responsibility has been issued.
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