M25 Chaos After Van and Lorry Smash at Dartford Crossing
Drivers hit a nightmare on the M25 yesterday afternoon after a serious collision between a van and a lorry at the Dartford Crossing. The crash sparked hours of gridlock on one of Britain’s busiest roads.
Accident Sparks Major Closure and Emergency Airlift
The smash happened around 4pm on July 24, right on the crucial A282 stretch of the M25. National Highways confirmed the clockwise carriageway between Junction 30 and A282 Junction 2 in Dartford was completely shut down.
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Four Hours of Tailbacks as M25 Shut Down
The motorway closure lasted over four hours, causing massive traffic jams. Partial reopening began at 8.37pm, with one lane still closed for cleanup and vehicle recovery. The road was fully back open by 9.49pm, bringing some relief to stranded motorists.
Police Urge Drivers to Find Alternative Routes
A Kent Police spokesperson said: “Emergency services worked together at the scene following the collision. The road was closed to keep everyone safe during recovery.”
Drivers were advised to seek alternative routes and stay updated through National Highways. Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing as authorities piece together what went wrong.
