Massive Delays on M3 After Army Tank Transporter Breaks Down
Two Lanes Blocked Near Eastleigh
Chaos on the M3 in Hampshire as a huge Army tank transporter grinds to a halt near Eastleigh. The mammoth 110-ton lorry has broken down, blocking two lanes and snarling traffic for miles.
Royal Logistic Corps Scramble to Fix It
Royal Logistic Corps engineers are stuck patching up the beast with its bonnet wide open on the live motorway. Traffic officers from Highways England are on site trying to keep things moving, but patience is running thin.
Delays Expected for Hours
Commuters and hauliers brace themselves for lengthy delays as lane closures continue. Drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible and expect serious hold-ups.