A major incident has blocked both directions of the A107 Cambridge Heath Road in Whitechapel, causing significant traffic delays and bus diversions in the area.
The affected stretch runs between A11 Whitechapel Road and Cephas Street in Bethnal Green. Emergency services are currently on scene and all lanes are closed to traffic as they deal with the situation.
The nature of the incident has not yet been disclosed. but us understood to have put the Royal London Hospitial on shut for all emergency ambulances
Diversions and Disruption
Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed that bus routes 106 and 254 are being diverted and warned of serious disruption to local traffic. Drivers are urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
There is queueing traffic in both directions, with congestion affecting nearby roads including Whitechapel Road, Bethnal Green Road, and Globe Road.
Location Details
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Location: A107 Cambridge Heath Road, Whitechapel/Bethnal Green
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Direction: Both directions
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Status: Road blocked
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Impact: Major congestion and bus diversions
Travel Advice
Drivers and commuters are advised to:
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Use alternative routes via Hackney Road or Roman Road
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Check TfL updates before travelling
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Use Overground or Tube services where possible
