Major M25 Chaos as Early Morning Lorry Fire Sparks Massive Delays in Essex
The M25 clockwise between junctions 25 (A10) and 28 (A12) in Essex is in total gridlock after an early morning lorry fire. Drivers face at least 90 minutes of extra delays, with traffic backed up for miles.
Firefighters Tackle Blaze, But Recovery Hits Snag
Essex Police, Fire & Rescue, and Traffic Officers rushed to the scene. The fire is now out, but havoc continues. Three lanes (1, 2, and 3) remain shut between J27 and J28 for a tricky recovery operation.
The lorry’s massive height means the trailer had to be cut up to fit onto a flatbed recovery vehicle. This is crucial for safely clearing the narrow over-bridges between those junctions.
Fighting Flames That Keep Coming Back
Adding to the drama, the pallets of wood the lorry was carrying keep reigniting. This has stretched the recovery process, causing chaos to drag on longer than expected.
Six-Mile Tailback – Plan Ahead!
- Traffic is jammed for six miles back to J25
- Drivers urged to re-route or delay their journeys
- Variable message signs on roads warn long-distance travellers of delays
If you’re travelling in the area, expect delays and keep an eye out for live updates. The M25 may be snarled up for hours yet.
