A crash between a car and a lorry on the M25 near Redhill at about 2pm today saw at least three lanes closed temporarily and emergency services called.
Although no injuries were reported initially, queues were said by Highways England to be 'building quickly', as the agency attempted to clear the road.
#M25 clockwise btwn J7-J8, 3 lanes (of 4) blocked due to a multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services en-route. Delays building quickly.
— Highways England (@HighwaysSEAST) November 27, 2015
#M25 clockwise btwn J7-J8, blocked for a multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services clearing scene now. Traffic will be released shortly.
— Highways England (@HighwaysSEAST) November 27, 2015
M25 clockwise between J6 and J7 | Clockwise | Congestion https://t.co/w2Z33ySzCC
— Highways England (@HighwaysSEAST) November 27, 2015
The crash happened between junctions 7 and 8 of the M25, clockwise, meaning people driving towards Epsom could be hit with delays of half an hour, according to Highways England.
Surrey Police confirmed they attended.
For more visit www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk/traffic
More to follow.
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