Traffic on the M25 in Surrey came to a standstill following an accident involving an overturned lorry. The motorway was partially closed in the anti-clockwise direction between J10 (Cobham) and J9 (Leatherhead) due to the incident, prompting a response from emergency services who attended to two male drivers on the scene.
According to traffic monitoring site Inrix, the congestion stretched for eight miles with queues reported up to J11 (Chertsey). National Highways issued a warning of ongoing delays in the affected area even as lanes were reopened.
Normal traffic flow is anticipated to resume between 11:15 pm and 11:30 pm, but drivers should prepare for delays exceeding 30 minutes. Despite the reopening of closed lanes, motorists are still advised to expect delays of up to an hour as traffic gradually dissipates.
After a seven-hour closure, the section of the M25 impacted by the lorry crash has now reopened, allowing traffic to flow anti-clockwise between J10 (Wisley) and J9 (Leatherhead). However, drivers are cautioned about potential 60-minute delays due to some lingering congestion.
The overturned lorry incident led to significant traffic congestion on the M25, with authorities urging motorists to avoid the area. Recovery efforts are ongoing, and National Highways estimates that traffic conditions may normalize by early evening.
Emergency services, including the South East Coast Ambulance Service, responded to the scene of the collision, assessing and treating the drivers involved. Images of the overturned lorry have been shared, providing a visual insight into the aftermath of the accident.
National Highways has published diversion routes for drivers affected by the M25 closure, advising them to plan their journeys accordingly and seek alternative routes if possible. The incident has caused major disruptions along the route between Chertsey and Leatherhead, necessitating a coordinated response from authorities to manage the situation effectively.