As a heatwave approaches this weekend, there will be closures at the east tunnel of the Dartford Crossing, which links Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex.
The closures will impact both the west and east tunnels, potentially causing disruptions during the hot weather.
The east tunnel will be closed from 8pm to 10pm tonight, and 10pm to 5am on Sunday night.
This information is accurate at the time of publication, but may be subject to change, particularly in adverse weather conditions.
Saturday, July 27 – Sunday, July 28
A282 Northbound
A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel 8pm – 10am
Tunnel closure for maintenance works
Diversion via National Highways network
Sunday, July 28 – Monday, July 29
A282 Northbound
A282 northbound Dartford Crossing East Tunnel 10pm – 5am
Tunnel closure for maintenance works
Diversion via National Highways network
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