Delays continue after van fire on M25

The M25 between junction 1A in Dartford and Junction 1B in StoneImage source, Google
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Traffic was earlier stopped on the M25 between junctions one A and B due to a vehicle fire

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Drivers continue to face delays on the M25 in Kent following a van fire.

National Highways South East said, external one lane on the clockwise carriageway between Junction one A (Dartford) and B (Stone) was currently closed due to the fire.

The agency had earlier closed all the lanes on that section of motorway, before reopening two lanes.

Drivers have been told to expect delays as they approach the incident.

National Highways traffic officers were at the scene.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service said two fire engines and crews attended after being called to reports of a van alight on the M25.

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