M20 Chaos: Lorry Smash Closes Lane Near Ashford
Traffic on the M20 is grinding to a halt after a crash involving two lorries near Ashford, Kent. The smash has shut one lane between Junction 9 (Ashford) and Junction 8 (Leeds Castle), causing severe delays.
One Lane Shut, Three-Mile Tailbacks
Heavy-duty vehicles collided in a collision that also damaged road operation equipment. National Highways warns motorists to expect at least a 30-minute delay as crews work to clear the wreckage and fix the damage. One lane remains closed, stretching the congestion for about three miles.
Expect Long Delays on M20
- Incident location: Between J9 Ashford and J8 Leeds Castle
- Lane closure: One lane shut
- Delay time: Around 30 minutes added
- Cause: Collision between two heavy lorries
Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible or prepare for lengthy slowdowns while recovery teams sort the mess out.
