Chaos on the M20 has eased after police reopened the Junction 11 slip road following three hours of painful delays caused by Eurotunnel queues.
Three-Hour Standstill as Eurotunnel Traffic Snarls Up M20
Drivers heading towards the coast near Hythe faced marathon queues on the M20 eastbound as the Easter getaway kicked off. The slip road onto the motorway at Junction 11 was shut by police to prevent traffic from grinding to a complete halt. National Highways reported delays of up to 90 minutes creeping through the area, causing road rage and frustration for holidaymakers.
Operation Brock Causes Extra Hassle
Compounding the misery, the controversial Operation Brock contraflow system was activated earlier this week between Junctions 8 and 9. This move aims to manage soaring traffic volumes from Kent to Europe, but adds a layer of complexity for drivers.
Slip Road Now Open — Delays Cleared
By 3pm, National Highways confirmed that the hold-ups had been cleared and the Junction 11 eastbound slip road was back in action, allowing traffic to flow freely again. For the latest updates on road conditions, motorists are urged to tune into kmfm travel news.
