In a mid-morning incident today, an HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) overturned near Junction 2 for Darenth Interchange on the M25 motorway. The occurrence led to a rapid and coordinated response from various emergency services, including the Kent Fire and Rescue Service, Kent Police, National Highways traffic officers, the South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb), and the SECamb Hazardous Area Response Team (HART).
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The incident, which took place on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, required the presence of three fire engines and the technical rescue unit. Reports indicate that hydraulic equipment was employed by the fire crews to safely release the driver, who was trapped within the overturned vehicle. The driver was subsequently handed over to SECAmb paramedics for medical evaluation and care.
