The M25 motorway is currently closed with severe delays after a serious crash involving a car and a lorry near Junction 17 for Maple Cross. The incident, which occurred around 2:00 pm this afternoon, has led to significant disruptions and traffic congestion in the area.
Emergency services, including an air ambulance, swiftly responded to the scene of the accident. As a result, the anticlockwise carriageway of the M25 has been closed, causing long queues of traffic to build up. The congestion stretches back to Junction 20, and motorists who were initially trapped between Junctions 17 and 20 are now being turned around as there is no way to proceed on the anticlockwise side.
The congestion has also impacted the clockwise side of the motorway, causing queues to form before Junction 14 (Heathrow). Additionally, delays are being experienced on the A41 westbound past Hemel Hempstead.
At approximately 3:30 pm, the traffic on the clockwise carriageway was released after a temporary hold to allow the air ambulance to depart from the scene. Trapped traffic on the anticlockwise side is being redirected by authorities. The accident, described as serious, involved a collision between a lorry and a car, prompting the need for an extensive investigation.
Motorists are advised to follow diversion routes via the exit and entry slip roads to navigate around the closed section of the M25. It is crucial for drivers in the affected area to exercise patience and caution while travelling and to follow instructions from traffic officials on the scene.
The closure of such a vital motorway has disrupted travel plans for many individuals, and efforts are underway to resolve the situation and reopen the road as soon as possible. Authorities are urging witnesses or anyone with information related to the crash to come forward and assist with the investigation.
Updates on the incident and any changes to the road closure will be provided as new information becomes available. Motorists are encouraged to stay updated on traffic reports and plan their journeys accordingly to avoid further disruptions.
