Serious collision on M2 in Kent

Emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious collision on the M2 in Kent.

National Highways has confirmed air ambulance teams are in attendance on the westbound carriageway between J6 (Faversham) and J5 (Sittingbourne).

They said traffic in the closure is now starting to be turned around.

National Highways Traffic Officers are assisting with traffic management.

Diversion Route

• Exit the M2 westbound at J6 and join the A251 southbound towards the A252 in Challock
• At the roundabout with the A252, join the A252 and continue westbound towards Charing and the roundabout with the A20
• At the roundabout, turn right and join the A20 westbound towards Maidstone and J8 of the M20
• Join the M20 and travel westbound towards J7
• Exit at J7 and then join the A249 towards the M2 J5
• Re-join the M2 westbound at J5

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