M25 Traffic Update Today: The Friday morning traffic was badly affected by an accident between a car and a lorry that caused traffic to grind to a halt on the M25. This event, alongside other repair works carried out on the motorway at another point, contributed to congestion in parts of Essex, Kent and Surrey. The M25 accommodates more than 200,000 cars per day on certain stretches, which makes it vulnerable to traffic jams.
M25 Traffic Update Today
There were major disruptions in rush hour traffic on the M25 after an incident occurred in the anticlockwise carriageway while road repairs took place overnight in the clockwise direction While all lanes have now been opened, there were still major delays for motorists this morning.
M25 Traffic Update Today: What Happened on the M25?
- There was an accident involving a car and a truck on the M25 anticlockwise in Essex.
- The accident took place between Junction 27 (M11) and Junction 26 (Waltham Abbey).
- The road was blocked before 8:00 am.
- The road was cleared by about 9:30 am.
- Commuters faced delays of nearly 40 minutes.
- The traffic jam extended for almost six miles (9.7 km).
M25 Traffic Update Today: What Caused the Delays?
The crash that occurred during the morning peak hour was responsible for the chaos however, carriageway repairs for emergency purposes on the clockwise carriageway from junction 5 to 6 near the Kent and Surrey boundary also took place in the middle of the night and resulted in lane closures early that morning. Although the carriageway repairs were completed prior to the peak morning hours, both incidents contributed to the traffic chaos.
M25 Traffic Update Today: Which Roads Are Affected?
- M25 anticlockwise between Junctions 27 and 26.
- M25 clockwise between Junctions 5 and 6.
- Congestion previously extended towards the Swanley Interchange.
- Delays also affected sections of the M26.
- Slow traffic reported between Junctions 9 and 10.
M25 Traffic Update Today: Diversion Routes for Drivers
- Use the M11 where appropriate.
- Consider the A10 for local journeys.
- Drivers travelling via Kent may use the M20.
- Follow official diversion signs.
- Check live traffic updates before setting off.
M25 Traffic Update Today: Junction Disruptions
- Junction 27 (M11)
- Junction 26 (Waltham Abbey)
- Junction 6 (Godstone)
- Junction 5 (Sevenoaks)
- Junction 9 to Junction 10 experienced slower-moving traffic.
M25 Traffic Update Today: Alternative Routes
- M11
- A10
- M20
- M26 (where traffic permits)
- Local A-roads following official guidance
M25 Traffic Update Today: When Will Traffic Return to Normal?
The traffic situation was improving consistently as all the lanes were opened. It seems that by 9:15 am, the initial delay in traffic was almost gone, especially around Swanley and the M26 junction however there may still be some remaining queue after a peak hour event, which could dissipate over one or two hours.
M25 Traffic Update Today: Traffic Advice for Drivers
- Allow extra travel time.
- Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
- Follow speed restrictions.
- Obey overhead motorway signs.
- Avoid unnecessary lane changes.
- Check live traffic information before departure.
M25 Traffic Update Today: Latest Live Updates
The National Highways organization confirmed that the roads that were damaged because of the accident and prior repairs have been opened however, there is traffic delay ranging up to 40 minutes on some roads. At the same time, there are traffic delays for 15 minutes on the road between junction 9 and 10 on the clockwise side.
M25 Traffic Update Today: Helpline Numbers & Travel Assistance
- National Highways Customer Contact Centre: 0300 123 5000
- National Highways Traffic Officers: 0300 123 5000
- Emergency Services: 999
- Non-Emergency Police: 101
- Check official traffic information before travelling.
- Follow electronic motorway signs and official diversion advice.
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Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available traffic updates at the time of publication. Road conditions may change as authorities issue new information.
