On Sunday evening, October 20, 2024, a serious incident occurred on the M25 motorway in Surrey, involving a Tesco double-deck lorry and another heavy goods vehicle (HGV). The collision took place between Junctions 5 and 6, resulting in the closure of the clockwise section of the motorway.
The initial accident saw the Tesco lorry overturn, creating significant traffic disruptions as emergency services and National Highways teams rushed to the scene
A complex recovery operation was initiated to clear the overturned vehicle and manage the resulting congestion. However, the situation worsened when a second lorry collided with the already overturned Tesco lorry, complicating the recovery process further.
As a result of the two accidents, motorists faced long delays, with some drivers stranded for several hours. Diversion routes were set up, but authorities warned that delays were unavoidable and urged drivers to plan alternate routes.
At the time of the report, recovery efforts were still ongoing, and there was no confirmed timeline for when normal traffic conditions would be restored. Authorities emphasized that the recovery operation was complex, and traffic was expected to remain slow in the affected area for some time.
Motorists are advised to check traffic updates regularly before travelling and to follow diversion signs to avoid the affected sections of the M25.
The exact cause of the collisions is under investigation, with more details expected to emerge as authorities continue their work on the scene.
