A major collision involving multiple vehicles, including an electric car, has forced the closure of the A2 westbound between the A2050 near Canterbury and M2 Junction 7. The crash has caused immediate road closure and triggered rush-hour chaos for commuters.
Kent Police and emergency crews quickly responded to the scene to assist those involved in the collision. At this time, the full extent of any injuries remains unclear as officials continue to assess the situation.
The A2 westbound remains fully closed while emergency teams work to clear the wreckage. Traffic is being diverted via Dunkirk and Boughton to maintain vehicle flow and reduce congestion.
Motorists are strongly advised to plan their journeys in advance, expect delays, or consider postponing travel to avoid the resulting gridlock on this key route.
For the latest updates, road users should visit www.trafficengland.com or use travel apps providing real-time traffic information. Additional updates are available through the regional X (formerly Twitter) feed and the National Highways 24/7 contact centre on 0300 123 5000.
Originally published by UKNIP.
