M25 closed clockwise between J5 and J6 after crash
Motorway shut since 8.45am due to debris and oil on the road.
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The M25 is shut on its clockwise carriageway between Junction 5 and Junction 6 near Godstone. The closure, which began at 8.45am, is due to a crash involving a car and a van. Authorities have implemented a full closure back at Junction 5.
The incident has resulted in debris and oil being present on the road surface. Vehicles that were trapped on the carriageway are now being released via lane one. A detour is in operation to manage traffic flow around the affected area.
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Questions this report answers
+Why is the M25 closed?
The M25 is closed clockwise between Junction 5 and Junction 6 because of a crash involving a car and a van. Debris and oil on the road have led to the closure.
+When did the closure start?
The closure on the M25 clockwise carriageway between Junction 5 and Junction 6 began at 8.45am. A full closure is in place back at Junction 5.
+What is being done to manage traffic?
A detour is currently in operation for drivers affected by the M25 closure. Trapped vehicles are being released in lane one.
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