A severe road traffic collision involving multiple vehicles has led to the closure of the M25 from J30 (Purfleet-on-Thames) to the A282 J2 (Dartford) heading southbound. The incident, which occurred earlier today, has resulted in significant disruptions, with traffic delays reaching up to two hours.
Emergency services, including National Highways Traffic Officers, Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex, Kent Police, and Kent Fire and Rescue Service, are currently at the scene. The M25 is closed clockwise between J30 and the A282 southbound at J2, with authorities working to manage the situation and clear the accident as quickly as possible.
Travellers are experiencing severe delays, with approximately 11 miles of congestion reported on the M25 clockwise from J29 to the A282 J2. Additionally, delays of about 60 minutes are affecting the M25 anti-clockwise between J3 (M20, Swanley) and J1a (Dartford).
Road users in and around the Dartford area are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys this evening. Those affected by the incident may need to consider rerouting or delaying their travel plans due to the extensive traffic impact.
