M25 closed between Surrey and Kent after serious lorry fire
Disruption is expected to last for some time
Last updated 21st Oct 2024
Drivers are being the warned the M25 is partially closed between Surrey and Kent this morning following a fire (21 October).
The UK's busiest motorway is shut clockwise between Junction 5 for Sevenoaks and Junction 6 for Godstone/Caterham due to a serious lorry fire.
Surrey Fire and Rescue confirmed it sent five fire engines and two water carriers to the road at around 11pm on Sunday (20 October).
The anti-clockwise carriageway has re-opened and two out of four lanes remain closed.
Surrey Police say the area's likely to be impacted for some time and are asking motorists to find alternative routes this morning.
The incident has also led to the closure of the M26 westbound between junction 2A and the junction with the M25 and A21.
Highways England say the clockwise carriageway is unlikely to reopen before midday due to recovery efforts.
Diversion Route
Road users travelling clockwise are advised to follow the Hollow Triangle diversion symbol on road signs
At M25 Junction 5 follow onto A21 and then take the second A25 exit towards Westerham.
Follow A25 through Sundridge, Brasted, Westerham, Limpsfield and Oxted.
Continue along A25 towards Godstone to A25 / A22 roundabout.
Take 3rd exit onto A22 towards London to M25 Junction 6 "Godstone Interchange" and take 2nd exit and rejoin M25 towards Gatwick.
Road users that were intending to use the M26 are advised to follow the below diversion route and then the above diversion route for the closure from J5 of the M25 (Hollow Triangle).
Exit the M26 at J2A and take the third exit onto the M20 at J2.
Continue on the M20 to J1 and then join the M25 at J3 heading clockwise.
Continue on the M25 towards J5 to resume your intended journey.