A vehicle fire on the M25 clockwise brought all lanes to a temporary standstill between Junction 4 (Orpington) and Junction 5 (M26) on Tuesday afternoon, leading to queueing traffic in the area. The incident was first reported at approximately 4.20pm, according to the live traffic updates.
All lanes stopped after vehicle fire
All lanes on the M25 clockwise were temporarily stopped while emergency services dealt with the vehicle fire. The closure affected the stretch between Orpington and the M26 interchange, a key route for commuters and freight traffic.
Queueing traffic was reported as a result of the incident, with drivers advised to expect delays. The live feed covering the situation has now concluded, indicating that the affected lanes may have reopened, though residual congestion could persist.
How to share updates
Motorists caught in the queues were encouraged to send pictures and updates to Deb Gayen at deb.gayen@newsquest.co.uk. The invitation to share information was part of the live coverage, allowing real-time updates for other road users.
Newsquest's traffic reporting team provided the initial details, with the incident first reported at around 4.20pm. No further details about the vehicles involved or any injuries were provided in the source.
Impact on travel
The temporary closure of all lanes on this busy motorway section likely caused significant disruption for afternoon commuters. However, with the live feed finished, normal traffic flow is expected to have resumed. Drivers are reminded to check current conditions before setting out on the M25.
