Commuters on the M25 anti-clockwise in Essex are facing significant delays following a collision involving two lorries. The crash has resulted in the closure of two out of four lanes between Junction 30 (Thurrock) and Junction 29 (Upminster), leading to heavy traffic congestion.
Traffic is currently backed up for over 9 miles, extending all the way back to Junction 3. Drivers are experiencing delays exceeding 90 minutes as emergency services work to clear the incident.
Emergency teams at the scene include the Metropolitan Police and National Highways Traffic Officers, who are managing the traffic and clearing the wreckage to restore normal flow as quickly as possible.
Motorists are advised to plan ahead and consider alternative routes to avoid the affected stretch of the motorway. If possible, delaying journeys is recommended until the situation improves.
For real-time traffic updates, drivers can visit www.trafficengland.com or follow National Highways on Twitter. Additionally, live information is available by calling the 24/7 contact centre at 0300 123 5000.
The situation remains ongoing, and drivers are urged to remain patient and drive carefully while emergency services continue their work. Further updates will be provided as the story develops.
Originally published by UKNIP.
