M25 Chaos in Kent: Clockwise Stretch Shut After Vehicle Fire
The M25 in Kent is shut clockwise between Junction 5 and Junction 6 following a serious vehicle fire. Emergency services have extinguished the blaze, but three lanes of the carriageway suffered heavy damage and now need urgent resurfacing.
Long Roadworks to Cause Night-Time Travel Mayhem
Repairs are expected to run into the early hours of September 2, leaving drivers stuck in delays. Authorities warn motorists to follow the hollow triangle diversion signs to avoid the closure.
How to Dodge the M25 Shutdown
- Exit the M25 at Junction 5 and join the A21.
- Take the second A25 exit toward Westerham.
- Follow the A25 through Sundridge, Brasted, Westerham, Limpstead, and Oxted.
- At the A25/A22 roundabout in Godstone, take the third exit toward London.
- Join M25 at Junction 6 via Godstone Interchange, taking the second exit to rejoin the M25 clockwise.
Expect Gridlock
Severe delays are building up on the approach to the closed section, with queues stretching back to the M26 Junction 2a. The diversion route is also congested, so plan extra travel time or seek alternative routes where possible.
