M25 Dartford Chaos: Overturned Van Brings Motorway to Standstill
Van Capsizes Near Dartford Crossing, Snarling Traffic
Motorists face **huge delays** on the M25 this afternoon after a van flipped on its side, blocking the clockwise carriageway near junction 1B for the A282 (Dartford). The crash happened just before 2pm, grinding traffic to a halt.
Crash Halts Traffic, No Injuries Reported
The smash involved a car and a van, with kent.police.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police called at 1.51pm. Fortunately, no one was hurt. A Kent Police spokesperson said:
“Patrols and highways officers attended the scene where no injuries were reported. Highways officers remain at the scene arranging recovery of the vehicles.”
Gridlock Stretching Miles Back
Traffic is backed up for miles, stretching over the QEII Bridge and all the way back to junction 29 for Romford and junction 30 for Lakeside/Tilbury, according to traffic trackers Inrix. Emergency crews and Highways England are still at the scene working to clear the wreckage.
What Drivers Need to Know
- Severe delays continue on the M25 clockwise near Dartford.
- Heavy congestion is affecting nearby routes and surrounding areas.
- Drivers should **avoid the area** and seek alternative routes where possible.
Motorists report waiting over an hour in heavy queues. Traffic chaos looks set to continue as recovery efforts remain ongoing. Stay tuned for updates on this developing M25 standstill.
