M2 Westbound Closed After Serious Incident – Major Delays and Diversions in Kent

Major Incident Hits M2, All Emergency Services On Scene

All emergency services rushed to a serious incident just after 1am this morning on the M2 motorway. Kent Police are now conducting collision investigation work, which is expected to take several hours.

Traffic Chaos: Diversions in Place

National Highways Traffic Officers and service providers are assisting police with traffic management at the scene. The M2 Westbound is currently closed, causing major disruption for drivers.

Motorists are urged to follow the solid square diversion signs to bypass the closure. Here’s the official diversion route:

1. Exit M2 westbound at Junction 3
2. Join A229 southbound towards Maidstone
3. Continue on A229 to M20 Junction 6
4. Join M20 westbound
5. Exit M20 at Junction 4
6. At roundabout, take third exit onto A228 northbound
7. Follow A228 northbound to M2 Junction 2
8. Rejoin M2 westbound and continue journey

Plan Ahead or Face Delays

If this closure affects your route, expect lengthy delays. Drivers should allow extra journey time, seek alternative routes, or delay travel if possible.

For live updates, visit www.trafficengland.com or check National Highways’ travel apps and regional Twitter feeds. Need urgent info? Their 24/7 hotline is 0300 123 5000.