Is M25 closed due to two lorry fires, what’s the latest on delays and diversions?

Essex Police has provided an update after two lorry fires on the M25 have caused delays and diversions. Essex Police said: “We’re continuing to work with emergency services partners at the scene of a serious collision on the M25.

“There is a closure in place on the anti-clockwise road between junction 27 and 28 whilst work continues.

“We know this will cause disruption, but this is important work and we’d urge motorists to please find alternative routes.

“We will provide an update as soon as we practically can.”

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service said: “Our crews remain at the scene of a serious collision on the M25.” They also said: “Thank you for your patience and co-operation as we make the scene safe.”

Due to a HGV fire, the M25 anti-clockwise in Essex between J27 (M11) and J26 (Waltham Abbey) has been closed. The HGV fire was reported shortly after 03:05. The National Highways website has reported that “Grab lorries are currently in the process of removing fire damaged contents from the HGV. Once this has been completed the HGV will be recovered. This will then be followed by inspections of the carriageway and infrastructure for any fire-related damage.

“Repairs or clean-up may be needed before the road can reopen. At this stage, no reopening time is available, and the closure is expected to remain ongoing for several further hours.”

Is there a diversion?

National Highways has advised motorists who are travelling anti-clockwise to follow the hollow square diversion symbol visible on local road signs. They should then exit the M25 at J27 onto the M11 southbound and continue to J4.

Motorists should then exit the M11 onto the A406 headed westbound and continue for approx. 6 miles to the junction with A10. They should then take the A10 headed northbound to re-join the M25 at J25.

Is there another incident on the M25?

Yes, the M25 in Essex is also closed anti-clockwise between J28 and J27 this is due to a collision involving two heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), which has resulted in one of the vehicles catching fire.

According to National Highways, “Due to long-term roadworks at Gallows Corner, the usual agreed diversion for this closure cannot be used.

• “At J28: Exit the M25 onto the A12 eastbound.
• “Continue along the A12 eastbound towards J15.
• “Exit the A12 at J15 onto the A414 northbound towards Chelmsford.
• “At the Widford roundabout, take the first exit and continue on the A414 westbound.
• “Continue along the A414 westbound to J7 of the M11.
• “Take the first exit onto the M11 southbound at J7.
• “Exit the M11 onto the A406 westbound and continue for approximately 6 miles to the junction with the A10.
• “Take the A10 northbound to rejoin the M25 at J25.”