‘Gridlock’ as North Bridge over River Hull closed due to…
North Bridge in central Hull was closed by Humberside Police and the Coastguard during the morning rush hour today. Commuters reported “gridlock” on the busy route between Witham and Freetown Way, after a number of police cars were seen blocking the entrance to the North Bridge. The Coastguard are also in attendance, though the nature of the incident was not immediately clear. Witnesses have urged motorists to avoid the area, with one claiming that the closure had caused “gridlock”. She said: “The bridge has been shut, it's causing gridlock down Holderness Road in both directions. People should use the Drypool bridge instead and try to avoid the area because once you're in that jam you can't get out.” READ MORE: 'Blood wiped' at scene of Hull tower block 'murder', prosecutors claim The AA incident map said: “Road closed due to police incident on A165 Witham both ways from George Street to A1165 Great Union Street.” Humberside Police have been contacted for comment. This is a live blog. Follow below for the latest updates. 10:38 Sofie Jackson Nature of incident still not known At this time, Humberside Police can not comment on why North Bridge was closed. Hull Live has approached the Coastguard for comment. Share 10:35 Sofie Jackson AA Maps update The AA is now reporting traffic is moving freely. AA Map indicates normal traffic on North Bridge (Image: AA) Share 10:25 Sofie Jackson Humberside Police statement “Officers responded to an incident on North Bridge in Hull today, Friday 27 October.” Share 09:38 Sofie Jackson Coastguard at the scene The Coastguard at the scene on North Bridge over the River Hull (Image: Supplied) Share 09:10 Sofie Jackson Statement from East Yorkshire Buses Posting on X (Twitter) at 8:55am, East Yorkshire Buses said: “Due to an accident on North Bridge and it being closed in both directions, services 24,75 and 277 are diverting via Drypool Bridge. Please see website for further updates. https://eastyorkshirebuses.co.uk/service-updates.” Share
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