Major incident involving two lorries has brought eastbound traffic to a standstill between junctions 3 and 2 near Bagshot.
A serious collision has caused complete traffic stoppage on the M3 eastbound between J3 (Bagshot) and J2 (M25 junction) in Surrey. The incident involves two lorries, with one vehicle having struck a motorway gantry and the other sustaining a ruptured fuel tank. Emergency services including Surrey Roads Police, Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, and South East Coast Ambulance Service are currently attending the scene and managing the incident.
Drivers in the affected area are advised to expect significant delays and should avoid the eastbound route if possible. The closure is likely to cause considerable disruption to traffic flows, with queuing expected to build rapidly behind the incident scene. Recovery operations are underway, though substantial delays should be anticipated whilst emergency teams work to make the scene safe and remove the damaged vehicles.
Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution if travelling on alternative routes, particularly given the potential for congestion. Further updates will be provided as the incident develops.
Key Information
- M3 eastbound completely closed between J3 and J2
- Two-lorry collision with gantry strike and fuel tank rupture
- All emergency services on scene
- Expect significant delays and plan alternative routes
- Updates to follow
