Overview
- Morning incident: one of two lanes shut on the A19 northbound between the A1018 at Seaham and the A690 at Herrington, with police on scene and about 30 minutes of delay reported by National Highways.
- Afternoon incident: two lanes closed on the A19 southbound at Billingham just before the flyover after a single‑vehicle collision, with Cleveland Police urging drivers to avoid the area.
- The southbound collision was reported between the A689 at Wolviston and the A1027 near Stockton‑on‑Tees, creating roughly two miles of congestion and delays of about 45 minutes.
- Live traffic maps showed queues on the A19 and knock‑on delays on nearby routes including the A689 following the crashes.
- Reporters have requested further details from police and the North East Ambulance Service, with no confirmed information yet on causes or any injuries.