Traffic on the M25 in Kent has come to a complete standstill following a serious collision that has resulted in severe delays of up to 90 minutes. The incident occurred on the clockwise carriageway between junction 5 (Sevenoaks) and junction 6 (Godstone), where a caravan overturned, blocking lanes 1, 2, and 3 out of four.
Extensive Delays and Standstill Traffic
Motorway camera footage shows traffic at a complete halt, with queues stretching for approximately seven miles on the approach to the crash site. Drivers caught in the closure are being advised to allow extra time for their journeys, consider alternative routes, or delay travel if possible.
Official Advice from National Highways
National Highways issued a statement saying: "There are severe delays of 90 minutes on the M25 in Kent, clockwise between J5 and J6 due to a collision which has resulted in an overturned caravan. Lanes 1, 2 and 3 (of 4) lanes are currently closed. National Highways Traffic Officers are dealing with traffic management. If this closure impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey."
Impact on Commuters
The closure has caused significant disruption for commuters and other motorists using the UK's busiest motorway. Emergency services are at the scene, and traffic officers are working to manage the situation and clear the wreckage. There is no immediate estimate for when the lanes will reopen.
