M25 Traffic Chaos: Massive Rush Hour Delays Expected Following Multiple Collisions express.co.uk

TRAFFIC chaos is expected on the M25 this morning following two separate collisions and subsequent spillage on the anti-clockwise lanes between junction 30 and 29 near Upminster.
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One of the collisions involved a HGV, which appears to have crashed into the side safety barrier before spinning out of control. The lorry is now blocking the carriageway.

Essex Police Southern Roads Policing Unit confirmed the driver was unhurt in the crash, but warned the motorway may remain closed for numerous hours.

Essex police issued a statement, saying: “We’re currently at the scene of a collision on the M25 between J30 and J29 anti-clockwise.

“The road will remain closed for several hours causing significant delays. Road closure likely to affect A13.

“Avoid using routes where possible. Allow extra time for your journey.”

Neil Pudney, district commander for Southend, added: “Just finishing a shift as night silver commander. M25 shut anti-clockwise from junction 30 to 29 due to a vehicle accident.

“Unlikely to open for at least 2-3 hours so please try to avoid area and make alternative travel plans.”

A full road closure is currently in place, and the vehicle is only expected to be cleared by around 8.45am, according to Highways England.

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The M25 has been shut anti-clockwise between junctions 29 and 30 following two collisions (Image: ESSEXPOLICE)
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Traffic is expected to remain disrupted until around 8.45am (Image: ESSEXPOLICE)
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Traffic diversions are in place for drivers on the M25 near Romford and Tilbury (Image: ESSEXPOLICE)
The road agency advised drivers to follow diversion signs and leave the motorway at junction 30, and then take the 3rd exit at the roundabout onto the A13 towards Tilbury.

They added: “At the A128 bear left onto the exit slip and then take the 1st exit at Orsett Cock roundabout onto the A128 towards Brentwood.

“At Halfway House roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A127 towards London.

“Follow the A127 and take the exit slip towards M25 junction 29 and then take the 3rd exit roundabout to rejoin the M25 towards Stansted.”