🚧 M25 Friday Traffic Woes: Accidents, Delays, and Recovery Chaos
As commuters brace for the weekend, the M25 has once again delivered a masterclass in motorway mayhem. Here’s a breakdown of today’s major disruptions:
🔴 Reigate Gridlock: Crash Near Junction 7
A serious accident on the M25 anticlockwise near Junction 7 (M23) has triggered severe delays. Recovery efforts are underway, but two lanes remain closed, with congestion stretching back to Junction 9 (Leatherhead) and spilling onto the M23 northbound Daily Express.
- Status: Lanes 1 and 2 closed
- Impact: Up to 90-minute delays
- Location: Between Junctions 8 and 7, Surrey
⚠️ Bucks Bottleneck: Aftermath of J16 Collision
Earlier today, a crash near Junction 16 (M40) caused tailbacks in both directions. While all lanes have reopened, residual congestion continues to affect traffic near the Chalfont Viaduct Bucks Free Press.
- Status: All lanes open
- Impact: Queueing traffic to Junction 15 (M4)
- Cause: Onlooker slowdown and earlier crash
🚛 Brentwood Blockage: Lorry Collision
In Essex, a collision between two lorries between Junctions 27 and 29 has led to partial lane closures. Drivers face significant delays as traffic backs up into south Essex The Echo.
- Status: Lanes 1–3 closed, lane 4 reopened
- Impact: Severe congestion
- Location: Clockwise between J27 (M11) and J29 (A12)
🛣️ What This Means for Drivers
If you’re planning to use the M25 today, expect extended travel times and consider alternative routes. Real-time updates are available via Traffic Update Traffic Update and AA Roadwatch The AA.
Stay safe, stay patient—and maybe pack an audiobook.
