M25 Blocked by Van Fire, Causing Major Traffic Delays
Motorway closed in both directions due to a vehicle fire, leading to extensive queues.
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The M25 motorway was blocked in both directions on 29 July 2026 following a van fire. The incident led to substantial traffic queues forming on the major route.
Emergency Response and Traffic Impact
M25 Crashes Trigger Major Delays and Lane Closures
Multiple incidents on the motorway led to significant disruption for drivers.
Emergency services attended the scene of the fire. The closure of the M25 caused considerable disruption to traffic, with motorists experiencing lengthy delays. The extent of the queues was described as significant.
Ongoing Disruption
The exact location and duration of the closure were not immediately specified. Traffic management is in place to deal with the incident and its consequences for drivers on the M25.
M25 closed clockwise between J5 and J6 after crash
Motorway shut since 8.45am due to debris and oil on the road.
Questions this report answers
+What happened on the M25?
A van caught fire on the M25 motorway. This incident led to the closure of the road in both directions.
+What was the impact of the van fire?
The van fire caused the M25 to be blocked, resulting in significant traffic queues and considerable disruption for motorists.
+When did the incident occur?
The van fire and subsequent M25 closure occurred on 29 July 2026.
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