Lorry fire closes M26 in Kent
A diversion is in place while emergency services work to put out the blaze
The M26 in Kent is closed eastbound M25 J5 (Chipstead) and J2A (near Wrotham Heath) due to a lorry fire.
Kent Fire and Rescue Service are on scene to extinguish the fire.
National Highways Traffic Officers are in attendance to assist with traffic management.
National Highways say "Once the fire has been extinguished, the carriageway will require debris to be cleared and the road surface to be inspected."
Drivers are being told to follow this diversion:
At J5 of the M25 continue on the anti-clockwise for approximately 7 miles to J3.
Exit the M25 anti-clockwise at J3 and at the roundabout take the 4th exit onto the M20 eastbound, towards Dover.
Remain on the M20 eastbound for approximately 6 miles to J2.
Exit at J2 and use the A20 to reach M26 J2A (near Wrotham Heath) or continue eastbound to reach M20 J3 (where the M26 meets the M20).
Drivers are not able to exit the M25 at J5 to take the A21/A25, if you wish to take the A21/A25, you are advised to continue on the M25 to J4, exit and re-join the M25 clockwise carriageway to then head onto the A21/A25.