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Great Yarmouth traffic updates after pedestrian and biker involved in crash on Marine Parade - recap

Emergency services are on the scene at Marine Parade after a motorcyclist and a pedestrian were involved in an accident

• Updated 19:01, 8 AUG 2021

A pedestrian and a motorcyclist have been involved in a crash on Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk causing significant disruption to travel this afternoon (Sunday, August 8).

Marine Parade is closed in both directions as Norfolk Police deal with the situation alongside other emergency services.

The incident happened between South Beach Parade and St Peter's Road.

Traffic is very slow in the vicinity, the situation has been made worse due to a lot of holiday traffic in the area heading home after the weekend.

The incident is understood to have happened at around 3.20pm this afternoon.

We'll have traffic updates, diversion routes and further information from emergency services on the situation in our live coverage below.

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• Marine Parade crash at a glance 16:05

Marine Parade has now fully reopened.

That's everything for our traffic coverage this evening.

One lane has reopened

According to traffic sensors, one lane of Marine Parade has reopened past the scene.

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Initial police statement on Marine Parade incident

This afternoon Norfolk Police said in a statement:

Emergency services are currently dealing with a collision between a motorbike and a pedestrian in Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth. Marine Parade is currently closed and expected to be for some time today. Motorists and members of the public are asked to avoid the area. Thank you.

Marine Parade crash at a glance

• Marine Parade is closed in both directions
• A motorcyclist and a pedestrain involved in the collision
• Very slow traffic
• Affected area between South Beach Parade and St Peter's Road.
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A47 Breydon Bridge (work completed)

During 2022 and 2023, we carried out a range of work on the A47 Breydon Bridge in Great Yarmouth, including maintenance, improvements and upgrades to the system that controls the bridge.

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Night closures ahead as work progresses.

We're progressing with the scheme that involves replacing the hydraulics and bridge-lifting control panel. An approximate £7.5million is being invested to upgrade the bridge elements as part of this project.

As part of the commissioning phase of the work we're planning the following night closures of the bridge from August to late October 2023:

• Tuesday 22, Thursday 24 and Tuesday 29 August
• Friday 15 September to Thursday 5 October including weekends

We'll also need to undertake bridge lifts during daytime off-peak hours (10am to 2.30pm) under traffic signals from Monday 9 to Friday 13 October. We'll update you if there are any changes to the proposed dates.

Diversion routes

Eastbound traffic will be diverted from the A47 at Trowse Newton to travel southbound on the A146. Traffic will then join the A143 at Gillingham to re-join the A47 at Beccles Road, A47 interchange.

Westbound traffic will follow the same diversion as above but in reverse.

February 2023 project update

Our work on Breydon Bridge is now expected to be completed by this summer.

This is later than originally planned, and follows a pause and full safety review after a contractor sustained a minor injury whilst working on the bridge last November.

Safety is a priority for us, and it was important to understand the reasons that led to the incident before we could full resume our work.

We understand the delayed completion will cause disruption to road users, and we are working with Norfolk County Council to ensure this is kept to an absolute minimum.

Any opportunity to do the work faster is also being examined. We will publicise the dates of any future closures on this website.

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We carried out work to replace the old systems that operated the bridge, replacing an old control panel and providing new hydraulics. By doing this work, we avoided any future emergency closures that could happen if these old systems broke down.

Most of this work was done using scaffolding under the bridge to minimise the amount of road closures and traffic disruption as much as possible.

The bridge was not open for marine traffic during this work.

This will keep the Breydon Bridge in a safe and serviceable condition. It will also make it easier for boats passing through.

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Great Yarmouth Seafront

2nd Jul 2022 Great Yarmouth & Lowestoft

• Location Great Yarmouth Seafront
• Cause Wheels Festival
• Effective 28/06/2022 - 04/07/2022

Great Yarmouth Seafront will be partly closed off, on Saturday 2nd July 2022 and Sunday 3rd July 2022, to allow the Wheels Festival to take place. 

Service 1C will therefore only be able to run along the seafront until Britannia Pier

We apologise for the inconvenience to your Journey 

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Disruption to all silfield services.

Notification of upcoming disruption to Green Line bus services 14A, 15, 15A, 16, 16A due to a sewer replacement by Anglian Water

We have just received notification from Anglian Water that from   Monday 8th April 2024   to   Friday   12th April 2024   Station Road, Wymondham   will be closed for sewer works to take place.

As a result, all bus services that would normally operate to Silfield will be unable to do so and unfortunately there is no accessible alternative route for buses to run via.

All affected bus services running towards Silfield will travel via Harts Farm to the end of Ayton Road at the junction with Station Road, at this point, bus services will terminate before turning at Suton Lane roundabout.

For bus journeys towards the city centre, these will depart from the Suton Lane roundabout, at the same time as shown on the timetable from Silfield via Nightingale Avenue and returning along B1172 London Road to the traffic lights, then turning right into Station Road and resuming normal route turning left into Ayton Road towards the city.

We apologise for any inconvenience these works are likely cause, however they are out of our control, and we will try our best to minimize any inconvenience to people wanting to travel to and from the area.

Redwald Road Rendlesham Service 65 915

Redwald Road Rendlesham has been closed until Sunday 14th April 2024 for Gas Works.  

Service 65 and 918 will therefore need to divert along Acer Road in both directions so passengers will need to walk out to here to pick up their bus

We apologise for the inconvenience to your journey. 

Heartsease Roundabout (Reds, 31 & 33)

As works on the Heartsease Roundabout TCF scheme have progressed, they are now in a position where a full closure of all arms of the roundabout will be required - as a result, the roundabout will be closed from Saturday 13th April  to  Friday 17th May  continuously.

The table below details the diversions that each bus route will take, and a diagram of all services in the area is also attached. All services have been instructed to allow passengers to board/alight at stops on their diversion route.

Free shuttle bus timetable is attached below:

We apologise for any disruption that these unavoidable roadworks may cause to your journey.

Plantation Road (Green 15/15A)

Due to sewer connection works taking place on Plantation Road under the A47 – the road will be closed from Tuesday 2nd April to Sunday 14th April .

During this time, all Green Line 15/15A  services will terminate at Blofield, Kings Head. Services towards Norwich will operate from the stop on Yarmouth Road, near to the Football Club.

During the closure, Norfolk County Council have procured a free bus service to operate directly between  Norwich Bus Station  &  Blofield Heath , a timetable is attached below for your convenience. For further information on this service, please contact the Norfolk County Council Customer Service Line at 0344 800 8020.

Please be aware that the shuttle will not be able to run on Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th April at the moment - we will update this page if this situation changes.

Breckland Road (Red 23)

Due to works associated with the Transforming Cities scheme, Breckland Road will be closed between  Tuesday 2nd April  and  Friday 7th June .

During this closure, services will instead be operating via Three Mile Lane with temporary stops provided for passengers to complete their journeys.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by these works.

A47 Swaffham-Kings Lynn (Excel)

Due to a National Highways project taking place on the A47 between Swaffham & Kings Lynn, our services departing  Norwich  &  Peterborough  at  19:40  between  Monday 26th February  & Friday 26th April  will be subject to a diversion route between Narborough & Kings Lynn on  weeknights only .

In both diversions, services will be unable to serve any stops in   Middleton &   East Winch  as buses will be operating via the B1153 & B1145 through Gayton.

We apologise for any inconvenience and delay these roadworks may cause to your journey.

Southtown Road Service 6,8,1,1A, X1, X11

Due to roadworks taking place Southtown Road will be closed  between 20:30  &  06:00 Friday 26th April 2024

Service 6,8,1,A1,X1,X11 During this time, our buses will be unable to serve Alpha Road , Waveney Road , Rumbold Arms , Gordon Road , Anson Road , St Marys Church or Station Road bus stops in either direction and buses will be diverted via Pasteur Road, the A47 and William Adams Way in both directions

Passengers are advised to use the Southtown Road stop (near Haven Bridge) or Highfield Road/Ferry Side bus stops during the closure.

We apologise for any inconvenience these roadworks may cause to your journey.

Penzance Road, Kesgrave Service 66 & 66A

Penzance Road  Kesgrave will be closed daily between 0930hrs & 1500hrs from Monday 15th April 2024 to Friday 3rd May 2024 to allow Suffolk County Council to carry out Footway Works. 

Service 66 & 66A will be unable to traverse their normal route and will be diverted via Bell Lane and Main Road in both directions.

These works have had their dates changed twice, without notification to us, and we apologies for any inconvenience to your journey that the prior unnecessary diversion had. 

Coast Road Corton Service 1 & 1A

The Coast Road Corton will be closed, outside Broadlands Holiday Camp, between Monday 15th April 2024 & Saturday 20th April 2024 for Suffolk County Council carriageway repairs. 

Service 1 & 1A towards Lowestoft will therefore be diverted from Hopton Co Op Stop via the A47 then left Corton Long Lane, left Station Road, right the Street, right Corton Long Lane to line of route. 

Same diversion in reverse. 

Lower Road Coddenham Service 116

Lower Road Coddenham will be closed between 0900hrs & 1500hrs Tuesday 16th April 2024 to allow Water Works to take place. 

Service 116 will be diverted during this time via Stonewall Hill and Ipswich Road in both directions. 

We apologies for the inconvenience to your journey

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Solar eclipse 2024: Follow the path of totality

Solar eclipse, what you need to know to watch monday's total solar eclipse.

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A stunning celestial event is visible across the country Monday, when the moon crosses directly in front of the sun: a total solar eclipse. For those in the path of totality, there will be a few brief moments when the moon completely covers the sun and the world becomes dark.

Traveling for totality? Skip ahead.

This will be the last chance to catch a total solar eclipse in the continental U.S. for about 20 years, so here's what you need to know to safely enjoy!

When is the eclipse?

April 8, 2024 there will be a total solar eclipse that crosses from the Pacific coast of Mexico through the United States.

What is totality and why it matters

According to NASA , totality will start around 11:07 a.m. PDT/1:07 EDT in Mexico and leave Maine at around 1:30 pm PDT/3:30 pm EDT.

Here's what time the eclipse will be visible in your region

Check out this table for when the partial eclipse and totality are visible in each region or check by zip code here.

A partial solar eclipse will be visible across the contiguous United States, so even if you're not directly in the path, you should be able to see something special, weather permitting.

Unable to get to totality? We'll be sharing highlights here from across the NPR Network throughout the day Monday if you can't see it in real time.

Where to see totality?

More than 30 million people live in the path of totality for Monday's eclipse, and many more in nearby areas.

Here's what we know about Monday's weather forecast.

Why totality matters

As NPR's Neil Greenfieldboyce explains , "During a total eclipse, the sky darkens suddenly and dramatically . The temperature drops. Stars come out. Beautiful colors appear around the horizon. And the once-familiar sun becomes a black void in the sky surrounded by the glowing corona — that's the ghostly white ring that is the sun's atmosphere."

Eclipse Science

For april's eclipse, going from 'meh' to 'omg' might mean just driving across town.

A partial eclipse, while still a fun experience, is hardly as dramatic. Those with a view of the partial eclipse will see crescent-shaped shadows like those seen here in 2017.

How to watch safely

If you plan to look directly at the eclipse (partial or totality), you're going to need eclipse glasses handy because looking directly at the sun without proper protection ( traditional sunglasses don't count! ) can be harmful to your eyes.

The perfect celestial soundtrack to the total solar eclipse

As NPR's Joe Hernandez explains, "Proper eye protection must be worn throughout a total solar eclipse — except for the roughly 3 1/2 to 4 minutes when the moon fully obscures the sun, a brief period known as 'totality.' (You will need to take your glasses off during totality to actually see it.)"

If you don't have access to eclipse glasses, you can get crafty with things you have around the house ( like some of us did back in 2017!) More on that here.

Traveling for totality?

The celestial event is driving a ton of domestic travel to the path of totality. If you're headed out of town to view the eclipse, here are some NPR Network resources for areas in the path of totality:

Texas The path of totality crosses through the Lone Star State, with some areas expecting a possible influx of visitors in the hundreds of thousands to catch prime viewing. Our member stations across the state have gathered local resources to help you navigate the region and the eclipse!

• San Antonio: Check out the latest from Texas Public Radio
• Dallas: Explore KERA's coverage for the latest
• Austin: Head to KUT for the best local resources

Arkansas The eclipse will be cutting through the state, putting Little Rock in the path of totality. Check out Little Rock Public Radio for local resources.

The southwestern edge of the state will be well-positioned to witness the total solar eclipse this year. Kentucky Public Radio is covering the eclipse throughout the region, from Kentuckiana eclipse mania to the University of Louisville's free class about the celestial event. Keep an eye on WKMS for the latest local updates.

Missouri The southeastern corner of the state will be in the path of totality, crossing across towns like Whitewater and Ste. Genevieve. Head to St. Louis Public Radio for local coverage and resources. Illinois Carbondale seems to have won the eclipse lottery, being in the path of totality both in 2017 and for this year's eclipse . For resources from across the state, check out Illinois Public Media .

Indiana A huge portion of the state will be within the path of totality, giving cities across Indiana, including Bloomington and Indianapolis, prime viewing of the eclipse.

• Bloomington: Check out Indiana Public Media
• Indianapolis: Head to WFYI for the latest
• Fort Wayne: Just north of the path of totality, WBOI has resources for the Allen County area

Ohio The Buckeye State is getting bisected by this year's path of totality, plunging a number of the state's most populous areas into darkness for a few minutes on Monday.

• Cleveland: Head to Ideastream Public Media for the latest.
• Columbus: With the capital city just south of totality, head to WOSU for regional resources.
• Cincinnati: Totality will just miss the border town. Here are some tips from WVXU on how to navigate the eclipse in the region.

Pennsylvania Only the northwestern-most corner of the state will catch totality, with views from the lakeside in Erie being particularly well-positioned for a stunning viewing experience. WESA has more from across the region.

Plan to watch the eclipse from a wild mountain summit? Be ready for harsh conditions

New York Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Plattsburgh will fall under the path of totality on Monday. If you're planning to travel to the region for the best views, here are some local resources to stay safe and informed:

• Buffalo: Head to WBFO for the latest
• Syracuse: WAER has more on plans in the Salt City
• North Country: NCPR has the latest from across the region, as well as information on local viewing events to check out

Vermont The Green Mountain State will see totality across its most populous region, including Burlington and Montpelier, as well as the Northeast Kingdom on the Canadian border. Vermont Public has everything you need to know to navigate your time in the region to enjoy the eclipse safely. New Hampshire The northernmost region of the Granite State will be in the path of totality, providing prime viewing to those in Coos County. NHPR has info on local events, travel updates as well as special coverage with New Hampshire Public Television. Maine The last state in the path of totality in the U.S., much of Northern Maine will be positioned for prime viewing. The rural region is preparing for an influx of visitors, and safety officials are encouraging visitors and locals alike to be prepared. Maine Public will be covering the eclipse and has everything you need to know to navigate the region safely.

How to document the eclipse safely

With the ease of cell photography , it can be tempting to reach for your phone to document the eclipse and the moments of totality, but make sure to do so safely.

As NPR's Scott Neuman explains , "For starters, you'll need to wear eclipse glasses or similar protective eye gear while aiming your camera or even just observing the eclipse."

Feeling ambitious? Here are a few more tips.

Or if you're not inclined to capture the moment visually, you lean into some other forms of creative expression. Indiana, for example, has named Linda Neal Reising the official poet in the state for this year's eclipse.

As former NPR reporter and eclipse superfan David Baron shared with Life Kit , viewing totality "[is] like you've left the solar system and are looking back from some other world."

So consider focusing on being present in the moment to enjoy the celestial spectacle.

More resources to enjoy the eclipse

• Sharing the eclipse with tiny humans? Check out these kid-friendly total solar eclipse learning guides from Vermont Public's But Why, and this great explainer from KERA Kids on the difference between a solar and a lunar eclipse.
• Want to see how a solar eclipse alters colors? Wear red and green on Monday
• Plan to wander into the wild for the best view? Here are some tips from outdoor experts.
• Tips from Bill Nye on the best ways to enjoy the eclipse.

NPR will be sharing highlights here from across the NPR Network throughout the day Monday if you're unable to get out and see it in real time. NPR's Emily Alfin Johnson compiled these resources.

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