M25 Chaos: Hours-Long Delays After Crash Between J5 and J6
Drivers on the M25 faced major delays this afternoon following a collision between Junction 5 and Junction 6 in Kent. The smash shut two of the four lanes on the anti-clockwise carriageway, sparking a massive tailback.
All Lanes Reopened, But Traffic Still Crawling
Although all lanes have now reopened at the scene, misery for motorists isn’t over. Traffic remains sluggish with a 7-mile queue stretching back to Junction 6 near Godstone. Drivers can expect slow-moving, stop-start conditions for the foreseeable future.
Advice for Drivers in the Area
- Allow extra travel time
- Consider alternative routes to avoid the jam
- Stay alert for sudden stops and lane changes
If you’re heading this way today, brace yourself for long waits and heavy congestion as emergency crews clear the last of the disruption.
