Crash Shuts M25 Near Dartford Crossing – Chaos on Roads
A nasty crash near Thurrock early this morning has shut the M25 anticlockwise near Dartford Crossing, sparking massive tailbacks through the Dartford Tunnels and stretching all the way into Kent.
Morning Commute Snarled After Early Crash
The smash happened at around 5am near junction 30 at Purfleet. Emergency crews quickly closed the road, leaving drivers stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic.
Police haven’t yet revealed how many vehicles were involved or when the road will reopen.
Gridlock to Gradual Movement – But Delays Remain
- Traffic is moving on the main carriageway, but slip road jams continue.
- Heavy congestion on the slip road to junction 30 shows no sign of easing.
- The full slip road closure is now down to just one lane, yet bottlenecks persist.
Key Facts: What You Need to Know
- Crash site: M25 anticlockwise at J30 A282 (Lakeside/Purfleet)
- Severe delays back through the Dartford Tunnels and beyond junction 31
- Road closed since 5am with no reopening time announced yet
Drivers are urged to avoid the area where possible. Stay tuned for live updates as the situation develops.
