M25 Chaos: Two Lorries Crash Slams Essex Motorway
Commuters face brutal delays on the M25 anti-clockwise in Essex after a smash involving two lorries. The crash has shut two of four lanes between Junction 30 (Thurrock) and Junction 29 (Upminster), causing gridlock.
Massive Tailbacks and Long Delays
Traffic is backed up over 9 miles, stretching all the way to Junction 3. Drivers are currently stuck in jams lasting more than 90 minutes. Emergency teams, including the Metropolitan Police and National Highways Traffic Officers, are on site clearing the wreckage and managing snarled traffic.
How to Beat the Traffic
- Plan ahead and consider alternative routes.
- Delay your journey if you can.
- Check real-time updates at www.trafficengland.com or on National Highways’ Twitter feed.
- Call the 24/7 contact centre at 0300 123 5000 for live info.
The situation is ongoing. Drivers are urged to stay patient and drive carefully while services work to clear the scene. Stay tuned for updates as the story develops.
