M2 Westbound Shut After Serious Crash in Kent
The M2 westbound between Junction 6 (Faversham) and Junction 5 (Sittingbourne) is completely closed following a serious collision.
Emergency Services Rush to Scene
Kent Police, Kent Fire & Rescue, South East Coast Ambulance Service, and the Kent, Surrey, Sussex Air Ambulance are all attending the incident. National Highways Traffic Officers are managing traffic in the area to prevent further chaos.
Follow the Solid Square Diversion Route
Drivers are urged to follow the official diversion marked with a solid square symbol:
- Exit the M2 westbound at Junction 6 and take the A251 south towards the A252 at Challock.
- Join the A252 westbound at the roundabout, heading for Charing and the A20 roundabout.
- Turn right onto the A20 westbound towards maidstone/" title="Maidstone" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Maidstone and M20 Junction 8.
- Merge onto the M20 westbound towards Junction 7.
- Exit at Junction 7 and head along the A249 towards M2 Junction 5.
- Rejoin the M2 westbound at Junction 5.
Delays and Patience Requested
Motorists trapped inside the closure will be turned around at the back of the queue to join the diversion. The operation could take time due to the mix of vehicles involved.
All drivers are urged to stay patient and allow extra travel time or consider postponing journeys if possible.
