Motorists in Kent are facing significant delays after a serious collision shut the M20 Westbound between Junction 3 (M26) and Junction 2 near Wrotham shortly after midnight.
The carriageway remains closed as emergency crews work at the scene to manage the situation and ensure safety.
Emergency services including Kent Police, Fire and Rescue, South East Coast Ambulance, and National Highways Traffic Officers are all present, coordinating efforts to clear the incident and assist those involved.
Drivers are advised to expect major disruption and to follow the clearly marked diversion route to avoid the closure.
The diversion route is as follows: leave the M20 at Junction 3 onto the M26 westbound, continue on the M26 to Junction 2a, exit at Junction 2a onto the A20 towards London, and then rejoin the M20 at Junction 2.
Travelers should allow extra time for their journeys and consider delaying trips if possible due to the ongoing disruption.
For live updates, motorists can visit trafficengland.com, follow regional Twitter accounts, or call the 24/7 helpline at 0300 123 5000.
Patience and caution are advised while emergency services work to clear the incident and restore normal traffic flow.
Originally published by UKNIP.