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All lanes stopped due to multi-vehicle crash on M3 - Live updates
National Highways said the crash has blocked the anticlockwise carriageway and left drivers facing delays of up to 20 minutes and two miles of congestion.
- On Sunday, October 4, 2026, Emergency services closed The M25 anticlockwise between Junction 3 for the M20 and Junction 2 at Darenth following a collision involving two vehicles.
- National Highways reported the incident involves multiple vehicles, including an overturned car, causing Traffic to ground to a standstill near the entry lane.
- All Emergency services are on scene where there are 20 minute delays and two miles of congestion on the approach, per a spokesperson.
- Tailbacks currently stretch from Junction 4 at Orpington to the Swanley Interchange, significantly disrupting Motorists traveling through the area.
- Police have been contacted for further information, though authorities have not yet confirmed whether anyone suffered injuries in the incident.
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PressNewsAgencyChaos as motorway crash leaves drivers trapped in 50-minute tailbacks
National Highways has issued a four-word warning following the crash.
·London, United Kingdom
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Severe delays as emergency services SWARM major route due to incident
Drivers are facing severe delays after an overturned car brought traffic to a halt on the M25.
·Essex, United Kingdom
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M25 Traffic Latest Update Today: Multi-Vehicle Crash Between Orpington and Swanley Causes Major Queues – Check Affected Roads, Diversion Routes, Junctions Disruption, Reopening Time & Helpline Numbers
M25 crash today: All lanes were stopped between Orpington and Swanley after a multi-vehicle collision, causing queues and major travel disruption.
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