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🕐 Last verified 10 Jun, 17:53

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StatusLive
Severity (NH)Moderate
RoadA249
DirectionNorthbound
RegionNorthbound
Category (NH)Congestion
ReportedWed 10 Jun, 17:53
Road typeDual Carriageway
Speed limit70 mph
Weather🌦️ Light drizzle
ReferenceREF-26071612

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A249 northbound between B2005 and A2500 | Northbound | Congestion

Location : The A249 northbound between the junctions with the A2 and the A2500 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 17:45 and 18:00 on 10 June 2026.

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