Drivers are facing major disruption this afternoon after a multi-vehicle collision on the M25 clockwise between Junction 8 (Reigate) and Junction 9 (Leatherhead).
National Highways confirmed that lanes 1 and 2 (of 4) are currently closed while emergency services respond to the incident.
Motorists are experiencing approximately 7 miles of congestion on approach, with delays of up to 60 minutes above normal journey times.
Latest Traffic Update
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Location: M25 clockwise between J8 (Reigate) and J9 (Leatherhead)
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Closures: Lanes 1 and 2 closed
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Delays: 60 minutes
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Congestion: 7 miles
Drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible and seek alternative routes, as recovery and collision investigation works are ongoing.
National Highways and Surrey Police are on scene managing traffic and assisting those involved.
Traffic Advice
National Highways has issued the following advice:
“Please allow extra time for your journey or consider an alternative route if possible. We appreciate your patience while emergency services work to reopen the lanes safely.”
This is a developing story. More updates will follow as they become available.