M25 CLOSED: Serious Crash Near Maple Cross Sparks Massive Tailbacks
The M25 anticlockwise is shut near Junction 17 after a nasty smash between a car and lorry at around 2pm today. The crash has sparked huge delays and chaos on one of the UK’s busiest motorways.
Emergency Services Rush to Scene
An air ambulance was scrambled to the scene, highlighting the seriousness of the collision. The anticlockwise carriageway remains closed, with tailbacks stretching all the way to Junction 20. Drivers trapped between Junctions 17 and 20 are being turned back – there’s simply no way through on this side.
Delays Backlash Clockwise & Local Roads
Traffic isn’t just snarled on the closed side. The clockwise carriageway is also experiencing queues before Junction 14 near Heathrow. Meanwhile, westbound traffic on the A41 past Hemel Hempstead is feeling the pinch too.
Traffic Flow Resumes – But Caution Urged
By 3:30pm, officials briefly halted traffic on the clockwise carriageway to let the air ambulance depart safely; it has since reopened. Trapped anticlockwise motorists are being rerouted via slip roads and diversion routes. Drivers are urged to stay patient, follow traffic officials’ instructions, and expect delays while investigators probe the crash.
Ongoing Investigation and Advice for Drivers
The M25 closure has thrown many travel plans into disarray. Authorities are working hard to clear the scene and reopen the motorway as soon as possible. Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information is urged to come forward to assist with the investigation.
Stay tuned for live updates and check traffic reports before setting out to avoid the worst of the gridlock.
