M20 Eastbound Shutdown at J7 After Vehicle Fire
The M20 Eastbound is at a standstill near Junction 7 (A249 Maidstone / Detling Hill) following a vehicle fire. The chaos is causing heavy congestion all the way back to Junction 6 (Maidstone / Blue Bell Hill).
Traffic Chaos: Road Closed and Queues Backed Up
- The road is fully closed due to the blaze.
- Traffic was held prior to 17:10, then released using exit and entry slip roads to keep vehicles moving.
- A separate breakdown at Junction 6 is compounding delays.
- Queueing traffic remains a nightmare for drivers.
Emergency Services Battle Flames
Four fire engines and a water carrier from Kent Fire and Rescue are on the scene, tackling the fire. A diversion is in place, directing motorists to use slip roads to bypass the closure.
Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible and expect delays.
