M20 CLOSED After Horror Multi-HGV Smash Between Junctions 8 and 9

Chaos reigns on the M20 this morning after a serious multi-vehicle crash involving several lorries. The London-bound carriageway is shut between Junction 9 (Ashford) and Junction 8 (Maidstone) as emergency crews rush to the scene.

Life-Altering Crash Brings Motorway to a Standstill

The devastating collision happened just after 8:30am. National Highways confirmed at least one lorry was involved. An air ambulance landed on site, underlining how severe the smash is.

Massive Traffic Jam: 10 Miles of Tailbacks Stretch the Motorway

  • Drivers face massive delays with traffic backed up for 10 miles.
  • The closure between Junction 9 and Junction 8 will last for hours.
  • Motorists are urged to find alternative routes and avoid the M20 if at all possible.

Emergency services are working flat out, but commuters should expect disruption well into the day as recovery and investigation efforts continue.

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