A406 Accident Today: Update Latest North Circular Traffic and Collision Update

LONDON — Drivers using the A406 North Circular Road are facing disruption today following reported traffic incidents and emergency-service activity at different points along the route.

The latest available traffic information confirms a collision on the northbound A406 at the Hanger Lane Gyratory, where the road was reported blocked following a crash during the early hours of Sunday, September 6.

Further disruption was later reported on the A406 around Newham Way, where emergency-service activity resulted in a significant restriction and delays.

A406 Accident Today: What Happened?

The earliest confirmed A406 collision reported today occurred at approximately 4:56 a.m. on the North Circular Road at the Hanger Lane Gyratory in the Ealing area.

Traffic information described the incident as a vehicle collision and reported the northbound road as blocked.

At this stage, publicly available information does not establish that the incident involved a large multi-vehicle pile-up, as claimed in some online reports.

There has also been no reliable confirmation of fatalities or serious injuries connected with the Hanger Lane collision.

A406 Traffic Delays and Road Closures

The A406 is a major orbital route around London, and even a relatively localized collision can quickly create congestion on surrounding roads and junctions.

Later traffic information showed another significant disruption around Newham Way, with the A406 affected by an emergency-services incident. Traffic was reported to be slow or stationary in the affected area, with drivers advised to use alternative routes.

Motorists travelling through the affected sections should therefore expect longer journey times and allow additional time for their trips.

What Drivers Should Know

Drivers approaching affected sections of the North Circular should follow police and traffic-management instructions and avoid entering areas where emergency crews are working.

Alternative routes may also become congested as traffic diverts away from the A406.

The exact circumstances of the reported collisions, including whether anyone was injured, remain subject to further official information.

Was the A406 Closed in Both Directions?

Reports circulating online have described extensive closures and a major pile-up affecting traffic in both directions.

However, those details should be treated cautiously.

The confirmed information available today identifies a northbound collision at the Hanger Lane Gyratory and a separate emergency-services disruption around Newham Way. The available records do not support presenting the entire A406 as closed in both directions because of one major pile-up.

Traffic conditions can also change rapidly as vehicles are removed and emergency operations are completed.

A406 Accident Today: Latest Update

The latest confirmed picture is that the A406 has experienced collision-related disruption and emergency-service activity at separate locations today.

The Hanger Lane Gyratory collision was reported early Sunday morning, while later emergency-service activity around Newham Way caused additional disruption.

No confirmed fatality has been reported in the information reviewed for these incidents, and the circumstances and extent of any injuries remain unclear.

Further updates may follow as police and traffic authorities release additional information and affected sections of the North Circular return to normal.

A406 Accident Details

Community and Traffic Impact

The North Circular is one of London’s busiest roads, connecting major parts of north and east London with routes around the capital.

Incidents on the A406 can therefore have effects well beyond the immediate crash scene, particularly when lanes are blocked or emergency vehicles require access.

For commuters, delivery drivers and other road users, the safest approach is to check the latest traffic conditions before travelling and be prepared for delays around affected junctions.

Disclaimer

This article is based on the latest publicly available traffic and incident information reviewed on September 6, 2026. Details surrounding the A406 collisions, including the number of vehicles involved, injuries, cause and duration of restrictions, may change as authorities provide further information. Unconfirmed claims circulating online have not been presented as established facts. This article may be updated when additional verified information becomes available.