The M2 motorway near Rochester remains closed this evening following a serious incident where a person is understood to have entered the water near Rochester Medway Bridge, adjacent to Rochester Airport. This emergency has prompted an extensive response from various emergency services and has led to significant traffic disruptions.

Details of the Incident: The London-bound carriageway of the M2 has been closed to facilitate a rescue operation. The Water Rescue team and a boat from Kent Fire and Rescue Service have been deployed to assist Kent Police in the search for the person reported to be in distress.

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