Occurred Oct 17, 2026, 10:54:54 PM UTC

First published Oct 18, 2026, 12:08:16 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 18, 2026, 12:08:16 AM UTC

Vehicle breakdown road disruption — [A10] KINGSLAND HIGH STREET (E8 ,N16 ) (Hackney)

Reported by Transport for London Road Disruptions

A broken-down vehicle blocked the sole lane southbound near Abbot Street on Kingsland High Street. Traffic was reported flowing well, with drivers advised to approach cautiously.

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Affected location: Kingsland High Street, Hackney

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The incident caused a limited local road obstruction, although traffic was reported flowing well.

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