M2 Near Rochester SHUT After Person Enters Water by Medway Bridge
The M2 motorway near Rochester has been shut this evening after a person reportedly entered the water close to Rochester Medway Bridge, right next to Rochester Airport. Emergency services scrambled to the scene, sparking major traffic chaos.
Rescue Operation Underway on M2 London-Bound
The London-bound carriageway of the M2 remains closed as rescue teams launch an urgent search. Kent Fire and Rescue’s Water Rescue unit and a rescue boat are aiding Kent Police in locating the individual believed to be in distress in the water.
South East Coast Ambulance Service has also sent its Hazardous Area Response Team (HART), highlighting the seriousness of the incident and the concern for the person’s welfare.
Local Outrage as M2 Westbound Closure Causes Traffic Mayhem
The westbound M2 from Junction 3 (maidstone/" title="Maidstone" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Maidstone) to Junction 2 (Rochester) is blocked, sparking frustration among drivers and locals. Social media is buzzing with residents sharing their worries and traffic updates as delays mount.
Massive Emergency Response Amid Dangerous Rescue
Emergency crews on the scene include Kent Fire and Rescue’s specialist water units, complete with boats on fire trucks, showcasing the scale of the operation. Authorities say safety is their top priority as they race to save the person in trouble.
Drivers Warned: Avoid the Area, Expect Delays
- Motorists are urged to steer clear of the M2 near Rochester and use alternative routes.
- Significant delays and disruption remain ongoing while emergency teams work tirelessly.
- Further updates will be released as the rescue effort continues.
This dramatic event is a stark reminder of how quickly emergencies can unfold. Our thoughts go out to the individual involved and the heroic emergency personnel risking it all at the scene.
We have contacted Kent Fire and Rescue and Kent Police for more information.
