Hay Bale Crash Blocks A2 Coastbound Causing Traffic Chaos
Car and Trailer Collision Sends Driver to Hospital
A trailer loaded with giant hay bales crashed on the A2 coastbound this morning. The trailer was carrying bulky hay when the accident happened, injuring the car driver. An air ambulance was scrambled, but the injuries are thankfully not serious, said kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked" data-wpil-monitor-id="2275">Kent Police.
Road Shut for Hours as Emergency Services Rush In
Emergency crews from South East Coast Ambulance Service and Kent Fire and Rescue were called to the scene shortly after 11:45 a.m. Police swiftly closed the road to assist responders and clear the crash. The A2 between the A260 Aylesham exit and the A256 at Whitfield was fully closed for several hours.
Traffic Chaos as Diversions Put in Place
National Highways confirmed they are working with Kent Police to clear the incident quickly. By 2 p.m., one lane reopened, but traffic has been diverted via local routes, causing delays for motorists in the area. Commuters are urged to plan ahead and expect continued slow traffic.
