M25 Chaos: HGV Blaze Brings Surrey Traffic to a Grinding Halt
June 12, 2024 – The M25 in Surrey has been slammed with massive delays after a lorry fire erupted between Junction 11 and Junction 12 near Chertsey around 2:30 PM today. The motorway is completely gridlocked as emergency teams battle the blaze.
Motorway at a Standstill
National Highways issued an urgent warning on X (formerly Twitter), urging drivers to brace for heavy delays and seek alternative routes. “Please allow extra journey time,” they tweeted, highlighting the chaos on this critical stretch of road.
Emergency Crews Rush to the Scene
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, aided by traffic officers, is tackling the flames. Firefighters have flagged serious safety risks and made it clear: no vehicles should pass the burning truck.
Traffic Nightmare Unfolds
- AA reports delays of up to 90 minutes.
- Queues have piled back for nine miles, turning the M25 into a parking lot.
- Videos on social media show the HGV engulfed in roaring orange flames and thick black smoke streaming into the sky—making the scale of the fire brutally clear.
Officials Warn: Avoid the Area
Authorities warn the disruption could last for hours. Drivers are urged to steer clear of the scene while firefighters bring the blaze under control. Surrey Police and Fire Service will provide updates as the situation develops.
