Serious Crash Shuts A2 Near Gravesend – Londonbound Closed
A major collision has forced the closure of the A2 Londonbound between Pepperhill and Springhead near Gravesend, Kent. Emergency services are battling to clear the scene amid heavy traffic chaos.
Emergency Services Rush to Scene
Kent Police, Kent Fire and Rescue Service, South East Coast Ambulance, and the Kent Surrey Sussex Air Ambulance are all on site. The serious smash has brought traffic to a standstill in both directions. Road closures and halted traffic aim to allow emergency crews to work safely and bring in air ambulance support.
Road Closures and Divergences
A spokesman for Highways England confirmed:
The A2 in Kent is fully closed between Pepperhill Interchange and Springhead Interchange due to the collision. Police, fire, ambulance, air ambulance, and National Highways crews are currently at the scene. Expect a prolonged closure.
Londonbound Diversion Route
- Exit A2 at Pepperhill Interchange.
- At roundabout, take third exit onto B262 Hall Road.
- Next roundabout, second exit onto B262 Springhead Road.
- Next roundabout, first exit onto A226.
- Turn left at A2260 junction.
- First exit at next roundabout to stay on A2260.
- Second exit at next roundabout to link back onto A2 via Springhead Interchange.
Coastbound Diversion Route
- Exit A2 at Springhead Interchange.
- Keep right at slip road to roundabout (avoid left fast link road).
- Take second exit at roundabout.
- Keep left on distributor road towards Pepperhill Interchange.
- Bear left onto B262 Hall Road.
- At first roundabout, take fourth exit to continue on B262 Hall Road.
- Keep left to rejoin A2.
Commuters Warned to Avoid Area
Delays are expected to worsen as the closure remains. Drivers are urged to use the diversions and exercise patience. Stay tuned for updates through official channels as emergency crews work swiftly to clear the wreckage.
