Traffic Chaos on M25 Motorway in Essex
Traffic was halted on the M25 clockwise between junctions 27 and 26 in Essex due to a vehicle fire. Crews from the Essex Fire Service quickly responded to the scene.
Incident Details
The vehicle fire has now been extinguished, but the motorway still experiences around three miles of congestion. Drivers face delays of approximately 30 minutes on this stretch of the M25.
Traffic Updates
- All lanes reopened between junctions 27 and 28 following the incident.
- Traffic is beginning to ease, though congestion and delays remain.
- Emergency services, including Essex Fire and Rescue Service, attended the scene along with highway patrols.
There remains approx. 3 miles of congestion and 30 min delay but this should start to clear now.
Official Reports
National Highways provided updates via their website and social media, showing standstill congestion and sharing images of the burning vehicle that caused the disruption on the M25.
Summary
The vehicle fire incident occurred this evening between junction 27 and 28 in Essex, causing significant traffic disruptions while emergency services managed the situation.
Author's summary: A vehicle fire on the M25 in Essex caused major delays, but the situation is improving as emergency teams clear the scene and traffic gradually resumes.