The M20 motorway has been shut in both directions this morning following a serious crash involving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) near Wrotham.
Emergency services rushed to the scene after the cab of a lorry became detached from its trailer and reportedly fell from an overbridge onto the London-bound side of the motorway.
National Highways confirmed the closures on the motorway: the London-bound carriageway is closed between Junction 3 (M26 interchange) and Junction 1 (Swanley), while the coastbound side is closed between Junction 2 (A20, Wrotham Brands Hatch) and Junction 3.
Traffic is being diverted onto local routes, causing significant delays across Kent and South East London during the morning rush hour.
A National Highways spokesperson said, “The M20 is closed in both directions due to a serious incident involving a lorry. Emergency services are on scene and traffic officers are assisting with managing the closures and diversions.”
Drivers are urged to avoid the area and prepare for extra travel time. Long tailbacks have already formed on the A20, A25, and M25 approaches.
There has been no word yet on any injuries. The motorway is expected to remain closed for several hours while recovery work and investigations get underway.
Originally published by UKNIP.
