Severe three hour delays on M25 after massive lorry fire

There are severe delays of up to three hours on the M25 clockwise in Kent between J5 (Seven Oaks/M26) and J6 (South Mimms), National Highways said on Friday, September 20. 

The traffic chaos follows a lorry fire which erupted at around 1.30am, the organisation said. 

The fire of the vehicle, which was carrying a load of metal sheeting, prompted the intervention of five units and a specialised water carrier from Kent Fire and Rescue Service. 

While the blaze was put out at around 3am, recovery operations continue, prompting severe delays. 

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