The M26 eastbound in Kent is currently closed following a serious collision between junction 5 of the M25 near Sevenoaks and junction 2A near Wrotham Heath. The crash involved a van that left the carriageway, resulting in significant traffic disruption.
Emergency services including Kent Police, Fire and Rescue, South East Coast Ambulance Service, and Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex responded promptly to the incident. National Highways Traffic Officers are also on site managing the resulting gridlock as the situation develops.
Motorists are advised to follow a lengthy diversion route: continue on the M25 anti-clockwise for 7 miles to junction 3, then switch onto the M20 eastbound towards Dover. From there, drivers should use the A20 to reach M26 junction 2A or continue to junction 3 where the M26 meets the M20.
Travel authorities urge drivers to allow extra time for their journeys or to delay travel if possible to avoid the affected section of road amid ongoing disruptions.
For the latest traffic updates, motorists can visit www.trafficengland.com or use travel apps. Real-time information is also available via the regional Twitter feed. Additionally, live updates can be obtained by calling the 24/7 National Highways contact centre on 0300 123 5000.
Originally published by UKNIP.
