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National Highways have warned drivers to avoid the the M25 in Kent after an caravan overturned causing traffic chaos with delays of up to two hours and several lanes closed
Traffic cameras show long queues in the area
Updated 11:52, 19 Jun 2026
Drivers face severe delays of up to two hours on the M25 in Kent after a serious road traffic collision which caused a caravan to overturn.
The collision has caused delays on the clockwise carriageway between J5 and J6 with multiple lanes of traffic closed.
National Highways Traffic Officers are currently dealing with traffic management, the agency has said.
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Delays expected until 4.30pm
National Highways have predicted that the disruption is due to last for hours more as delays reach up to two hours.
The traffic alert for the incident said: “The event is expected to clear between 15:00 and 15:15”.
However the queues will take longer to clear, the agency said: “Normal traffic conditions are expected between 16:15 and 16:30”.
There are currently delays of up to two hours against expected traffic as three of four lanes remain closed.
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Traffic cameras show queues
Images from motorway traffic cameras show long tailbacks building on the M25 clockwise.
There are major delays on the M25
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Seven miles of congestion
Motorists are being warned that tailbacks are stretching for miles as three lanes have been closed following the incident.
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National Highways statement
The agency said: "There are severe delays of 90 minutes on the M25 in Kent, clockwise between J5 and J6 due to a collision which has resulted in an overturned caravan.
"Lanes 1,2 and 3 (of 4) lanes are currently closed. National Highways Traffic Officers are dealing with traffic management.
"If this closure impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.
"Further information is available from National Highways by visiting our www.trafficengland.com website and travel apps, or via our regional X feed.
"Our 24/7 contact centre team is also available to provide up to the minute information on 0300 123 5000."
Read the full article at Daily Mirror →📄Source document: National Highways Traffic Alert
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Daily MirrorParty-alignedCenter2 days agoA serious collision involving an overturned caravan on the M25 motorway in Kent has caused significant traffic disruptions, including delays of up to two hours and multiple lanes closed. National Highways is managing the situation and expects normal traffic conditions to resume by 4:30 PM.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual updates on traffic conditions and does not include any biased language, framing, or emphasis on political issues. It focuses solely on the incident's impact on traffic without taking a stance or providing commentary.
Official sources cited
- government National Highways Traffic Alert
Daily MirrorParty-alignedCenter4 days ago Heathrow M25 traffic live: Airport motorway closed as holidaymakers face major delaysThe article reports on ongoing traffic congestion on the M25 motorway near Heathrow Airport caused by a broken-down vehicle. Updates indicate heavy traffic, delays of up to 10 minutes, and continued congestion despite all lanes being open. Drivers are experiencing significant delays during what appears to be a busy period.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual updates on traffic conditions without any apparent ideological framing, emphasis, or biased language. It focuses solely on the logistical impact of the incident without attributing blame or suggesting policy implications.
Official sources cited
- government Highways England
- government National Highways
Daily MirrorParty-alignedCenter5 days ago M25 traffic live: Huge lorry fires close motorway near Epping as 999 crews swarmA large lorry fire occurred on the M25 motorway near Epping, resulting in three lanes being closed between Junctions 26 and 27. The incident involved two lorries, one of which was transporting parcels. Emergency services are on site, and diversions have been put in place for affected traffic. National Highways has confirmed that emergency resurfacing work will take place later in the evening.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual updates on a traffic incident involving a lorry fire on the M25. It includes details about lane closures, diversions, and official statements from National Highways. There is no indication of political framing, bias, or ideological emphasis in the content.
Official sources cited
- government National Highways statement
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