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Roads & Driving · M25M25 northbound lanes closed after lorry breakdown near London
Two lanes of the M25 northbound carriageway have been closed since 18 August 2026 after a lorry broke down. The incident, north of London, has caused delays for drivers, though the exact location remains unclear. No timeline has been given for reopening the lanes.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 Dartford closure after lorry fire causes 12-mile queues
A lorry fire on the M25 near Dartford has closed both carriageways between junctions 2 and 3, creating 12-mile tailbacks. National Highways has diverted vehicles onto the A2 and local routes in Barnet, adding delays to morning commutes and school runs.
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M25 closed for three days as Ventura Park fire spreads toxic smoke
Firefighters have battled a blaze at an industrial unit in Ventura Park, St Albans, since 11 August 2026, forcing the closure of the M25 between junctions 21A and 22. Three people were treated at the scene, with one hospitalised. Nearby warehouses were evacuated and residents warned to keep windows shut.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 closed between St Albans and Maple Cross after warehouse fire
The M25 is shut in both directions between junctions 22 and 21A after a commercial building caught fire near the motorway. Drivers face delays of about one hour and are advised to follow the Hollow Square diversion via the A405, A414 and A1081.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 closed after fire creates explosion risk near South Mimms services
The M25 was shut in both directions on 11 August 2026 after a lorry fire at South Mimms services created an explosion risk. National Highways confirmed the closure and set up diversions while emergency services tackled the blaze.
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Roads & Driving · North LondonM25 closure near Potters Bar after police incident on 29 July 2026
A police incident closed the southbound M25 near Potters Bar on 29 July 2026, forcing the diversion of traffic onto the A1005. No injuries or arrests have been confirmed, and the road reopened after three hours.
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