Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Demolition company Armac Group - which goes by the nickname "the Bridge Busters" used a number of large excavators equipped with hydraulic breakers and attachments to carry out the time sensitive demolition. This follows a weekend closure of the M27 to demolish the western half of the Romsey Road Bridge. For the final weekend closure, Highways England will be demolishing the old Romsey Road bridge and the motorway has to be shut to allow this to happen safely. A fire has ripped through a car on the Eastbound lanes of the M27 between J8 near Bursledon and J9 near Park Gate. Motorists are also facing delays of more than an hour on the M3 and the M27 as a result of the closure. It is used by the United States Marine Corps (USMC) and is intended to enhance an automatic rifleman's maneuverability. M27 has now reopened in both directions between J3/#M271 and J4/#M3 ahead of schedule. Motorists are being warned of a five-mile queue and 25-minute delays. Article share tools. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Well done to Highways England for such great work. "We reopened fully 36 hours early, which is testament to the hard work of the team and all the contractors working on the installation. Status: Currently Active. Latest CCTV traffic image from camera #1210 on the M27 road. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. "This has also required us to close the M3 southbound at junction 14, where it meets the M27. Hollow square route as above. “M27 westbound traffic is being diverted and should follow the hollow square symbol. HP10 9TY | 01676637 | Registered in England & Wales. Pedestrian killed in M27 crash. It was introduced in 2010. From tonight the M27 will be completely closed in both directions between junctions 3 (M271) and junction 4 (M3) this weekend – from late evening Friday 31 January to early morning 3 February. A Hampshire motorway had to be closed on Thursday evening (October 8) after a double-decker bus burst into flames. Read Chippy’s report: M27 Closure 31 Jan – 3 Feb. To add to the chaos, there’ll be disruption on your train journey. Investigations into the exact circumstances of the collision are ongoing at this time, however the M27 has been fully reopened. "We are working to ensure the road is reopened as soon as possible. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Worst Junctions on the M27. "Again continue west via Chilworth and North Baddesley to Ashfield. Traffic delays for the M27 motorway in Southern England. Traffic in and around Eastleigh is almost at a stand still. All lanes have reopened on the M27 following an earlier crash, according to INRIX. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Time to clear: The event is expected to clear between 01:00 and 01:15 on 15 Mar 2021. 6 comments. Southampton motorists are being urged to avoid Bassett Avenue and Winchester Road where the incident is having a significant impact according to the city council. Return to normal: Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:15 and 22:30 on 7 Mar 2021. ", Posting on social media a Bluestar spokesperson said: "#TravelAlert #Barton Peveril Due to M27 accident. All lanes have now reopened after vehicle recovery and … This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. An extensive motorway closure reopened 36 hours ahead of schedule following completion of a bridge replacement scheme. Queuing traffic due to earlier accident, a car and a trailer involved on M27 Eastbound from J11 A27 ( Fareham / Gosport) to J12 M275 (Portsmouth). WhatsApp. A Gannett Company. Thanks for your patience.". The M27 between junctions 3 and 4 at Romsey has now fully reopened in both directions. Work will now begin to connect the new bridge to the existing A3057 which runs above the motorway. The M27 in Southampton was due to reopen on Monday morning, but instead opened on Saturday evening. Stay updated on all the latest Hampshire travel news; Lane 3 of the motorway has since reopened and traffic is moving "very slowly". The motorway was planned to be closed until 5am on Monday morning but work has been completed ahead of schedule and it has enabled the M27 to be fully reopened at 4pm on Saturday afternoon – 36 hours early. We suggest you don't use these roads today unless you have to. THE M27 has reopened after being shut this morning following a 'concern for welfare' call. Highways England has spent weeks warning that the motorway was likely to remain closed until 5am on Monday. "Turn right on to the A27 and continue west via Chilworth and North Baddesley to Ashfield. VISITORS heading to and from Bournemouth can rejoice after an … A Gannett Company. We're working to get it open asap. The HK416D has been adopted by the US Marine corps as the M27 in 2011. Heavy delays on M27 after accident at Portsmouth junction leaves lane blocked Portsmouth News. HP10 9TY | 01676637 | Registered in England & Wales. This image was retrieved on 14th Mar 2021 at 14:47:05 GMT Click this tab to check for new image W. E. M27 15/0A. Southampton Travel tweeted: "We have long delays on some of our network due to the M27 closure. All lanes have been re-opened. The M27 between junctions 3 and 4 at Romsey has now fully reopened in both directions. At the roundabout turn left and travel south on the A3057 to rejoin the M27 at J3. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Highways England project manager Andrew Winson said: A statement released by Highways England gave details of diversions that are in place. Meridian The M27. Thanks for your patience while we dealt with this incident.". Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. The M27 has reopened 36 hours ahead of schedule following the Romsey Road bridge work this weekend. In turn the HK416 is an improved version of the M4 carbine, that is widely used by the US military. The stretch between junction three at Nursling past Rownhams services and junction five near Eastleigh had been closed due to fears about someone on the bridge over the motorway. The motorway was scheduled to reopen at 5am on Monday morning but has reopened … Travel time is around 10 minutes. Hampshire Police tweeted: "We are pleased to confirm that the incident has bee safely resolved and all closures on the motorway are being lifted. Road chiefs shut the M3 southbound at junction 14 where it meets the M3. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience – the local community. THE M27 has reopened after being shut this morning following a 'concern for welfare' call. These partially replaced the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon, that … But Chilworth was reported to be "eerily quiet". Highways England project manager Andrew Winson added: "The installation of the new Romsey Road bridge over the M27 was a great success. ONE of Hampshire's busiest motorways has reopened 36 hours ahead of schedule following the completion of a bridge replacement scheme. It said: “The M27 in Hampshire is closed westbound between J4 (M3) and J3 (M271) due to a police led incident. The incident has sparked traffic chaos across Southampton, Eastleigh and North Baddesley as drivers are diverted and seek alternative routes. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. Return to normal: Normal traffic conditions are expected between 01:00 and 01:15 on 15 Mar 2021. Congestion to Cosham. Apr 11, 2020. The motorway was scheduled to reopen at 5am this morning but has reopened 16 hours early. The closure of the M27 between junction 3 (for Southampton city centre) and junction 4 (for the M3) resulted in motorists having to take long diversions to complete journeys that would normally take only a few minutes. Apologises for the inconvenience but we hope you'll understand. But the exceptional progress made by engineers - and the lack of any major setbacks - has enabled the organisation to reopen the motorway well ahead of schedule yesterday. A spokesperson for Hampshire Police, said: "We have closed the M27 westbound between junctions 4 and 3 following a concern for welfare call regarding somebody on the bridge over the motorway. South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) are currently on the scene supporting police. The weathering steel wall installed alongside the M27 is inappropriate, according to a councillor. The new bridge was opened … It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Messenger. A map by travel information service Romanse (romanse.org.uk). ©Copyright 2001-2021. Bus operator Bluestar has reported significant delays to the majority of its services due to congestion. The M27 is scheduled to be open to traffic by … Earlier today ROMANSE reported "heavy delays" in and around Romsey, North Baddlesley and Eastleigh. The M27 was closed today as demolition crews demolished a motorway bridge half a mile from Rownham Services in Southampton. One man posted: "It's lovely. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to inaccuracy or intrusion, then please contact the editor here. Facebook; Twitter; Share View more share options. The M27 has been reopened to traffic this morning after a man was fatally hit by a lorry on the motorway. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. A pedestrian has died after being hit by a lorry on a motorway in the early hours of the morning. The M27 reopened 36 hours ahead of schedule after a closure caused mayhem in June . Latest CCTV traffic image from camera #1211 on the M27 road. Road chiefs shut the M3 southbound at junction 14 where it meets the M3. Bassett Avenue, Winchester Road, The Avenue and Burgess Road are all very slow. PART of the M27 that was closed after a lorry crash has reopened. Marines initially ordered 4 748 rifled and planned to obtain a total of 6 500 of these automatic weapons. But, it wasn’t until 1983 until the M27 we know today opened to the public. Seek alternative routes if possible.". This will effect all Barton Peveril college routes, including pick up and drop off times.Sorry for the inconvenience.^jmc", Get involved with the news in your community, This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Editors' Code of Practice. Keep me up to date! Email. Highways England Traffic Officers are on the scene assisting with traffic management. By Richard Lemmer Wednesday, 30th December 2020, 9:00 am Providing important links to the two major cities in the Solent area, M27 is a busy route to other motorways and dual-carriageways. Location: The M27 westbound at junction J8 (Southampton) . "I would like to thank everyone involved, including road users, residents and businesses for their patience on what is the hottest day of the year so far.”. One driver said it took them two-and-a-half-hours to travel four miles. It is unfinished, as an extension to the east was planned. The M27 end in the west due to the sprawling New Forest National Park where there’s only space for the two-lane A31. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Traffic coming along the M27 is facing a half hour delay before being diverted up the M3 while drivers coming down the M3 towards the M27 are being taken off through Eastleigh. At the roundabout turn left and travel south on the A3057 to rejoin the M27 at J3.”, A spokesperson for SCAS, said: "We’re supporting Hampshire Police at a concern for welfare incident. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience – the local community. The stretch between junction three at Nursling past Rownhams services and junction five near Eastleigh had been closed due to fears about someone on the bridge over the motorway. THE M27 has reopened after being shut this morning following a concern for welfare call. The M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR) is a lightweight magazine-fed 5.56mm select-fire weapon based on the HK416 rifle designed and manufactured by the German company Heckler & Koch. It was also reported that the road beneath the motorway, the A3057, Romsey road has been closed in both directions. All lanes reopened, but residual traffic remains. A motorway closure which caused some 55 miles of diversions has reopened. It follows a day of traffic chaos on roads in Southampton and surrounding towns yesterday, with drivers sweltering in cars stuck in 80-minute queues. Latest travel news from UK Traffic Delays official open data sources. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to inaccuracy or intrusion, then please contact the editor here. Here is the latest from INRIX: M27 westbound closed due to bus fire, people slowing to look at accident on the opposite side and smoke blowing across the road from J12 M275 (Portsmouth) to J11 A27 (Fareham / Gosport). Avoid M27 roadworks and traffic … All I can hear is birdsong and the occasional jogger.". The M27 between junctions 3 and 4 near Southampton in Hampshire has fully reopened in both directions. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and the weather A final weekend closure will take place towards the end of the year to enable engineers to demolish the final part of the old bridge. No patients currently. "We know that this will cause a big issue for those travelling during the rush hour this morning but we hope that you will understand why we are doing this. "Exit the M27 at J5 and take the 1st exit on to the A335 towards Southampton. The stretch between junction three at Nursling past Rownhams services and junction five … Read more. Get involved with the news in your community, This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Editors' Code of Practice. ©Copyright 2001-2021. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can contact IPSO here. "The motorway was planned to be closed until 5am on Monday but work has been completed ahead of schedule and it has enabled the M27 to be fully reopened at 4pm on Saturday afternoon – 36 hours early.". ", In an earlier post it said: "The M27 closure means a lot of our roads are extremely busy, particularly in the corridor from Stoneham Way through Bassett and Winchester Road. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can contact IPSO here. Lane closures: The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. All roads have now reopened but there is still a huge amount of traffic in the area. #M3 SB juct 14 also closed, where it meets M27. The M27 is a motorway in Hampshire, England.It is 27.9 miles (44.9 km) long and runs between Cadnam and Portsmouth.It was opened in stages between 1975 and 1983. According to the bus company all of its Barton Peveril College routes have been impacted. Both carriageways of the M27 near Southampton have reopened following a £19m project to replace the Romsey Road bridge by lifting the new structure into place. A Highways England spokesman said: "The M27 between junctions 3 and 4 near Southampton has fully reopened in both directions. ONE of Hampshire's busiest motorways has reopened 36 hours ahead of schedule following the completion of a bridge replacement scheme. Delays of around 20-minutes are also expected on West End Road, … Don't delay, get in touch today! A HK416D is a modified variant of a Heckler & Koch HK416 assault rifle. Email: info@ukeducationcenter.com Phone: +44 07718390736 Address: Kemp House 152-160 City Road London EC1 V2NX "Thanks for your patience while we deal with this. A number of smaller motorways were proposed, connecting the city centres of Southampton and Portsmouth to the motorway; of these only the M271 and M275 were built. ", Posting on social media, Hampshire Police said: "We've closed #M27 WB btwn juct 4 & 3 due to a concern for welfare call on the bridge over the motorway. The M27 westbound has now been closed by emergency services due to the ongoing bus fire incident. “M3 southbound motorsits exit at J14 and at the roundabout take the third exit to travel west on the A27. Reason: Broken down vehicle. Police said investigations into the exact circumstances of the incident were ongoing and the M27 has been fully reopened.