Upminster Road Closed After Crash Reports
Buses rerouted as St. Mary's Lane incident causes disruption.
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St. Mary's Lane in Upminster was blocked on Friday afternoon following reports of a crash. The incident caused disruption to local transport, with buses being diverted from their usual routes.
Disruption to Bus Services
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Transport for London confirmed that bus routes were affected by the closure. Services were rerouted to avoid the scene of the incident, leading to delays for passengers travelling through Upminster. The exact nature of the crash and any potential injuries were not immediately clear.
Road Reopens
Later on Friday, St. Mary's Lane was reported to have reopened. Normal bus services were expected to resume their routes. The Romford Recorder reported on the unfolding situation as it happened.
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+Why was St. Mary's Lane in Upminster closed?
St. Mary's Lane was blocked on Friday afternoon due to reports of a crash. The incident caused disruption to traffic and led to diversions for local bus services.
+Were bus services affected by the incident?
Yes, bus services operating in the Upminster area were diverted from their usual routes to avoid the scene of the reported crash. This caused delays for passengers.
+Has the road reopened?
Yes, St. Mary's Lane in Upminster was reported to have reopened later on Friday. Normal bus services were expected to resume their routes.
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