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We'll be bringing you all the latest live traffic, travel, and weather from County Durham and across the North East.
Live updates on roadworks and traffic incidents in Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Durham, and the wider North East, including the A66, A19, A1(M), A1, A167, and the A69 this morning (October 5).
Public transport service updates from bus services, train services, including LNER, Cross Country, TransPennine, and Northern Rail.
Updates from the Tyne and Wear Metro and the latest from Teesside and Newcastle Airports.
We'll also be bringing you the latest hour-by-hour weather forecast for the region.
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Travel disruptions
There is the usual traffic on the A66 between Stockton and Elton due to restricted 40mph speed limits.
The A1(M) between J58 (Burtree Interchange) and J56 at Barton has now reopened following a serious collision last night. Traffic approaching is reportedly light with all lanes now clear.
Train disruptions
There are currently no rail disruptions at this time.
What will the weather be like in the North East today?
Today is set to have a cloudy start, becoming brighter and slightly breezier by the afternoon.
Today:
Overcast with some spells of sunshine. A small chance of rain throughout the morning, drying up in the afternoon with light winds expected around midday. Cloud breaking with some sunshine and winds easing later. Maximum temperature 20°C.
Tonight:
Light showers are expected from around 10pm and into tomorrow morning, while temperatures remain fairly mild and winds ease overnight. Minimum temperature 11 °C.
Are there any roadworks in Darlington?
You can see a full list of road closures in and around the town on The Northern Echo's website.
For more roadworks, head to the local info section at the top of our website.
Spotted an incident?
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