Traffic chaos on major UK motorway as firefighters race to vehicle in flames

Traffic Disruption on M25 Due to Vehicle Fire

Traffic on the M25 clockwise between junction 27 (M11) and junction 26 in Essex was halted after a car caught fire. Crews from Essex Fire Service quickly responded to the scene.

Incident Clearance and Ongoing Delays

National Highways confirmed the vehicle fire has since been extinguished, but approximately three miles of congestion remain. Drivers face delays of around 30 minutes in the area.

"CLEARED#M25 clockwise between J27 (#M11) and J28 (#A12) Essex ALL LANES OPEN Following the earlier car fire. There remains approx. 3 miles of congestion and 30 min delay but this should start to clear now."

Traffic Conditions Update

Traffic is easing between junctions 27 and 28 according to National Highways data. The fire initially caused standstill congestion along this stretch of the motorway.

Emergency Response

National Highways shared images of the vehicle fire that caused disruption. Emergency services, including Essex Fire and Rescue Service and National Highways patrols, managed the incident.

"NEW INCIDENT #M25 clockwise between J27 (#M11) and J28 (#A12) Essex TRAFFIC STOPPED Due to a car fire. @ECFRS on scene along with 2 of our patrols."

Delays are expected to gradually clear as traffic flow improves following the emergency response.

Author’s summary: A vehicle fire on the M25 in Essex caused significant traffic delays, but emergency crews have cleared the fire and are helping ease congestion.

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The Mirror The Mirror — 2025-11-07

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