The M20 in Kent has been closed in both directions following a major collision involving more than 30 vehicles.
The motorway was shut between junction 8 at Hollingbourne and junction 9 at Ashford after the crash, which took place at approximately 6.41pm on Saturday, November 7.
Emergency response and injuries
Kent Police confirmed that more than 30 vehicles were caught up in the collision, with emergency services rushing to the scene. Two people have been injured, while an air ambulance team was also sent to the area, arriving by road.
One injured person has been taken to a London hospital, while the other has been taken to a local hospital. Other drivers involved in the incident have sustained injuries not believed to be serious.
Traffic management at the scene
National Highways traffic officers are assisting with the incident and managing traffic. Emergency services remain at the scene, including the air ambulance team, which arrived by car.
This is a breaking news story and is being updated.
