The recent construction of the Baldock bypass has created a dual carriageway from the A1(M) J9 through to Royston. 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Thank you. This must have happened just minutes before I arrived, the emergency services were not yet on scene. Hertfordshire - Baldock to Royston (Roman Road Information) The A505, after the A1(M), becomes a primary route, usually marked green on both atlases and signs. The road was shut for some time this morning, Sign up to our newsletter for daily updates and breaking news. As a result of the crash, the road was completely shut in both directions from J9 of the A1M for Letchworth and Royston Road B656. The road links the M11 with the A10, and drivers were advised to use an alternative route. Long delays in the surrounding areas which are being used as diversion routes. A crash on the A505 is blocking traffic in both directions this evening (November 29). Just 40 minutes after emergency services were once again called to the A505 following reports a red Ford Fiesta and a silver Toyota Auris were in collision. The emergency services are at the scene but they have not shut the road. "We kindly ask that you avoid the area and seek an alternative route while we deal with the incidents. A505 Baldock Bypass. Emergency services on the A505 Emergency services have rushed to the scene of a crash on the A505. The incident happened on the A505 heading southbound at around 8am this morning (Monday, December 9). Bianca Wild Published: 1:45 PM January 15, 2018 Updated: 8:13 PM November 1, 2020. Something went wrong, please try again later. Robert Law, owner of Thrift Farm in Baldock Road, said: That road is lethal and something needs to be done. … A spokesperson for Hertfordshire Constabulary said: “Police were called at 1.14pm today (Saturday 9 January) to reports of two collisions on the A505/Baldock by-pass. Highways England said: “A505 Royston Road, Baldock. The A505 is currently closed in both directions following a fatal accident this Tuesday morning (February 2). The speed camera is obvious to see and there are several on this stretch of dangerous road. The collision is between Station Road (Slip End) and B656 Royston Road (Clothall Common). The A505 between Duxford and Royston, has now been re-opened. explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. The fire and rescue service were also called to assist, along with the ambulance service, and the female was safely removed. 1/2 At 13:21 @baldock31firest , Stevenage and @999fireBull were mobilised to reports of an RTC on the A505 - crews arrived and found 2 separate RTC - the first RTC was two cars in Collison but fortunately no one was trapped, We are currently at the scene of two collisions on the A505/Baldock by-pass. You can unsubscribe at any time. 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Officers and the East of England Ambulance service attended and both drivers, who were male, were taken to hospital with minor injuries. Largely, that's true, but sometimes a little glimmer of pride in … Two people are being treated for serious injuries after a two-vehicle crash on the A505 between Baldock and Royston yesterday evening. Our. Another person was trapped and was released following the crash involving another vehicle. A police spokeswoman said: "We were called at 3.20pm today to reports of a two-vehicle collision on the A505 between Royston and Baldock involving a Mercedes van and a Renault van. The police are warning drivers to avoid the area. The fire services are also assisting with the two crashes this afternoon. Police and paramedics are dealing with a crash on the A505 in Baldock. A women has been taken to hospital after one of the collisions saw a car overturn. One side of the road has only just reopened. “She has been taken to hospital to be checked over. https://www.hertfordshiremercury.co.uk/news/hertfordshire-news/live- “The road was temporarily shut while the incidents were dealt with.”. Cambridgeshire police shut the road after the vehicles collided near Newmarket Road, east of Flint Cross and close to Baldock. person. public events). They have not shut the road but they have asked drivers to avoid the area where possible. The route leading out of Baldock on the A505 initially towards Royston but then following the dual carriageway to Letchworth. It has yet been confirmed the actual number of crashes which happened on the road this morning. Crews from Baldock and Stevenage rushed to the road to find the two collisions. Traffic is currently coping well but moving slowly around the two collisions. The A505 joins this road at Junction 9. Pictures taken from the scene of the second collision by one of the firefighters show the seriousness of what happened. https://www.hertfordshiremercury.co.uk/news/hertfordshire-news/live- A 'serious' crash involving a car and a motorbike on the A505, between Duxford and Royston, closed the road this morning (May 24). #AvoidTheQ pic.twitter.com/XX7ZE9llBd We’ll be bringing you all the latest traffic updates as we get them. Three people injured in A505 smash between Baldock and Royston. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Road is closed southbound at the junction with B656/Wallington Rd due to an overturned vehicle. Drive with caution in this dense fog. https://www.hertfordshiremercury.co.uk/news/hertfordshire-news/ It's believed the road is shut between the McDonald's Roundabout to Tesco supermarket with drivers travelling along Baldock Road past the Royston Golf club to avoid the incident. A serious car crash has shut a major road in Baldock this morning. 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Increase your radius to see more recent local stories. Officers, the fire service and the East of England Ambulance Service attended. Thank you.". Then, just before they were set to leave, fire crews were called to another crash involving two vehicles close to the roundabout on the A505. The police have asked drivers to avoid the area and take alternative routes. The road links the M11 with the A10, and drivers … So far we know that there have been two collisions on the A505 Baldock bypass road. There are some minor delays up to and beyond the roundabout with London Road however. It was reported that a blue Nissan X-Trail had collided with the roundabout, before leaving the carriageway at around 8am. ViaMichelin provides details of incidents that may affect road traffic in Baldock that include: road closures, lane restrictions, accidents, roadworks, weather, special events (e.g. The police are currently at the scene of two crashes near Baldock. On arrival, three people were inside the car including a teenage boy who had to be cut free from the vehicle by firefighters. The snow was falling at the dizzy heights of the Weston Hills on 21st January.Return journey some two hours later. We kindly ask that you avoid the area and seek an alternative route while we deal with the incidents. Traffic incidents for Baldock - displays latest traffic report, accidents and weather conditions. A teenage boy was one of six people taken to hospital after a series of crashes on a main road in Hertfordshire this morning. One person was taken to hospital with minor injuries. The A505 Baldock bypass is currently closed following a collision just before 8am this morning. Between the hours of 9.40am and 10.40am, the Fire Service also attended a further two crashes on the same road and wrote an appeal to drivers in the area to be careful as 'fog was making driving dangerous'. No persons were trapped and crews left at 10.42am. “Damage was caused to chevrons and Highways have been informed. A505 live traffic conditions, updated every 10 minutes to help you avoid congestion, delays and accidents that may affect your journey. Slow down & keep your distance. Extrication of casualty performed by @baldock31firest #StevenageFire. #Baldock pic.twitter.com/2g7FADnZi8. Hertfordshire police trying to find two missing boys, aged 8 and 12. UPDATE: Police have provided information about one of the crashes. ... Hertfordshire woman's campaign for A505 improvements. Stay safe https://t.co/mZ4xZHWWQO pic.twitter.com/c97dO73vF4, 2/2 @baldock31firest , Stevenage @999fireBull the second RTC was a car that had flipped and gone on to its roof - crews assist @EastEnglandAmb with extrication of the casualty and left them in the care of @EastEnglandAmb. The black car involved has sustained serious damage and one woman has since been taken to hospital. 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Anglia Baldock. Hertfordshire Constabulary and the East of England Ambulance Service have been approached for comment. Assistance as always from @HertsPolice @EastEnglandAmb @HertsFRSControl #999family. A female driver and one other teenager were also taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital by ambulance. An hour after the second crash, a third accident happened on the same stretch of road. At around 1.30pm this afternoon, Hertfordshire Constabulary were alerted to two collisions on the A505 Baldock bypass (Saturday, January 9). “Diversion via the exit and entry slips. Wishing all those involved a speedy recovery. Officers rushed to the scene and are currently there dealing with all those involved in the crashes. Drivers should continue to take care when driving in the fog throughout the afternoon and into this evening. Speed limit reduced on part of A507 in Bedfordshire after series of accidents. A witness appeal has been launched after a two-vehicle crash on the A505 between Baldock and Royston last night has left one of the drivers with life-threatening injuries. After attending the first incident at 9.43am and leaving the scene at 10.06am, crews were called back to the road two minutes later to reports of another crash. She took to the Royston Reporting Page on Facebook in a bid to find the person involved in the collision. The speed that … Police have confirmed that two people remain in a serious condition in hospital following a crash on the A505 between Baldock and Royston last night. There are no other residual delays in the area. “ In one of the collisions, a car had overturned and a female was trapped. Station Commander James Rossano Bull has warned drivers about the fog across the county’s roads this afternoon. Booklets published to mark the construction and opening of the Baldock Bypass. This time, at 9.45am, a grey Mercedes E350, a black Ford Transit van and a blue Mercedes E350 were in collision. When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. All emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended the scene of a 'serious' crash this morning on the A505 near Baldock. A FARMER has called for action on speeding traffic on the lethal A505 Royston bypass after he lost several sheep in an accident. A man is fighting for his life in hospital and two others have been injured in a crash that shut the A505. The top of this page says that there are no glossy booklets to record the achievement of a new road opening. INCIDENT: #A505 #Baldock, N/B road CLOSED following an RTC. Two children have also sustained grazes to their forehead. Easy to understand pictograms are displayed on your map. For the latest news in your area, enter your postcode below: There currently aren't any huge delays on the A505 but traffic is moving slowly around the incidents. In a tweet, the police said: "We are currently at the scene of two collisions on the A505/Baldock by-pass. Baldock has been saved as your Local News location Close + 5 miles + 10 miles + 20 miles + 30 miles.