Traffic stopped on the M25 clockwise between junctions 27 and 26 in Essex because of a car fire. Essex Fire Service crews attended the scene. National Highways reported that the vehicle fire has been cleared, but approximately three miles of congestion remain, causing delays of about 30 minutes for drivers.
Traffic is now easing between junctions 27 and 28 in Essex. According to National Highways data, most lanes have reopened following the earlier incident.
"Traffic is now easing on the M25 between J27 and 28 in Essex, according to data from National Highways."
"NEW INCIDENT#M25 clockwise between J27 (#M11) and J28 (#A12) Essex TRAFFIC STOPPED Due to a car fire. @ECFRS on scene along with 2 of our patrols."
Drivers should expect delays attributed to the incident, though the situation is gradually improving.
Author's summary: A vehicle fire on the M25 in Essex caused significant delays, but emergency services quickly contained the fire and eased congestion along the motorway.