Serious crash closes part of the M2 in Kent
The closure has been in place since last night
The M2 in Kent has been closed in both directions following a serious crash.
The crash happened at about 9.20pm last night (27th October).
The westbound carriageway is shut between junction 5 (Maidstone/Sittingbourne) and junction 4 (Gillingham).
The eastbound carriageway is closed from junction 3 (Chatham) to junction 5.
Emergency services, including Kent Police, were called to the scene.
National Highways traffic officers are also there helping with traffic management.
The road is expected to remain closed for several hours.
Drivers are advised to expect disruption and allow extra journey time.
Diversion routes
Westbound
Drivers travelling westbound are advised to follow the solid square diversion symbol on road signs.
Exit the M2 at junction 5 and join the southbound A249.
Stay on the A249 to junction 7 of the M20.
Join the M20 westbound.
Exit the M20 at junction 4 and join the A228 northbound.
Follow the A228 northbound to junction 2 of the M2.
Eastbound
Drivers travelling eastbound are advised to follow the solid circle diversion symbol on road signs.
Exit the M2 at junction 3 and join the A229 southbound towards Maidstone.
Continue on the A229 for about two miles and exit at the junction with the Cobtree Roundabout, then join the M20 eastbound.
Exit the M20 at the next junction (junction 7) and take the A249 northbound.
Stay on the A249 north for about five miles to reach junction 5 of the M2.