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🕐 Last verified 17 Mar, 16:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadA19
DirectionNorthbound
RegionNorth East
CountySunderland District
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedTue 17 Mar, 14:04
Cleared16:05
Lasted2h
Road typeSingle Carriageway
Speed limit60 mph
Weather🌤️ Mainly clear
ReferenceREF-24424469

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What National Highways say

A19 northbound between A1231 and A1290 | Northbound | Accident

Location : The A19 northbound between the junctions with the A1231 and the A184 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 16:15 and 16:30 on 17 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 16:15 and 16:30 on 17 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

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Is the A19 closed?

Not because of this crash. It cleared at 16:05 UK time on Tue 17 Mar. See the A19 right now.

What happened on the A19 on 17 Mar 2026?

Crash on the A19 northbound in Sunderland District, reported at 14:04 UK time on Tue 17 Mar. Cleared at 16:05.

How long did it last?

2h, from 14:04 UK time on Tue 17 Mar.

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