Rush-Hour Chaos Hits M27 After Lorry Breaks Down

Drivers are stuck in rush-hour gridlock on the M27 after a lorry broke down, slamming traffic to a crawl westbound.

Lorry Breakdown Closes Lane Near Eastleigh Airport

The breakdown happened at junction 4, close to Eastleigh Airport, forcing one lane to shut. The Highways Agency sealed off the lane to recover the stranded lorry.

Queues Stretch for Miles Along the M27

Tailbacks stretch back as far as junction 9, with slow-moving traffic worst between Hedge End and Bursledon.

Eastbound M27 Gridlock Adds to Motorists’ Woes

As if that wasn’t enough, an accident between junctions 8 and 9 eastbound is blocking lane 1, causing even more delays.

Motorists are urged to plan alternative routes and expect lengthy hold-ups on the busy stretch. Stay tuned for updates.

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