Motorists are facing severe delays on the M20 in Kent tonight after police closed the eastbound carriageway due to a serious incident described as “life-changing.” Emergency services are currently at the scene between Junction 8 (A20 Ashford Road) and Junction 9 (A20 Fougeres Way, Ashford), resulting in major disruption to traffic.
The full closure affects the stretch connecting Leeds Castle/Maidstone Services to Ashford. Authorities have not released additional details about the incident but have urged drivers to avoid the area while investigations continue.
Although the westbound carriageway was briefly impacted earlier, it has since reopened; however, residual delays are still affecting traffic flow. Kent Police and Highways England have advised motorists to plan alternative routes and expect travel delays as congestion builds around the closure.
Drivers are encouraged to allow extra time for journeys through Kent and to stay updated with live traffic information from local traffic services. Emergency teams remain on site working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions.
Originally published by UKNIP.
