A28 Shut Tight After HGV Jackknifes at Dawn
An early morning jackknife has brought the A28 to a standstill. At around 6.30am on Tuesday, a heavy goods vehicle jackknifed, blocking both directions of the busy route.
Trailer Load Must Be Removed First
Before any recovery can begin, the load carried by the trailer will need to be taken off. This step is crucial to clear the stranded vehicle safely.
Recovery Works Underway
Vehicle recovery teams are on site, working to resolve the chaos. The incident has forced a full closure of the A28, causing major disruption for commuters.
Alternative Routes Advised
Drivers are urged to take the following diversion while the A28 remains shut:
- A28 Ashford Road through High Halden
- A262 via Biddenden
- A274/A229 into maidstone/" title="Maidstone" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Maidstone
- A20 back to Ashford, leading into Bethersden and High Halden
Stay tuned for updates as recovery efforts continue to clear the jam and get the A28 moving again.