What Happened
The M25 remains closed in both directions between Junction 28 and Junction 27 due to a serious incident involving two lorries. The crash, reported to have been caused by a lorry suffering a tyre blowout, resulted in damage to the central reservation and power cables. Emergency repairs are currently underway, with two lanes remaining closed anticlockwise for barrier repairs and resurfacing.
Why It Matters
This incident has led to significant traffic delays, with reports indicating delays of up to 33 minutes in the affected area and average speeds reduced to just 10 mph. Essex Police have advised motorists to avoid the area and seek alternative routes, as the closure is expected to last for several hours. The situation has caused considerable disruption during peak travel times.
What’s Next
National Highways has urged motorists to allow extra time for their journeys and to plan ahead. Updates on the situation can be found on the National Highways website and through their contact centre. As of the latest reports, lanes two, three, and four anticlockwise are now open, while lanes one and two remain closed for ongoing clear-up work.
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