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KCC Highways retweeted
Kent Police (UK)
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The M2 remains closed in both directions between J3 and 5 (coastbound) and J5 and 4 (London-bound) following a serious collision coastbound near Medway Services, at around 9.10pm on Tuesday 27 October 2026. Motorists should continue to find alternative routes if possible.
A close-up of a police car's blue light bar with emergency responders and a fire engine in the background at dusk.

ALT A close-up of a police car's blue light bar with emergency responders and a fire engine in the background at dusk.

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Update 4: #M2 both directions between J3 #Chatham and J5 #Sittingbourne Eastbound closed between J3 and J5. Westbound closed between J5 and J4. The road is likely to remain closed for a while. Delays are likely, please plan ahead. More info: nationalhighways.co.uk/roads…
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We’re pleased to announce that our new fleet has arrived with some new names to start the season! 🚛❄️ Named by local children, the names include Claudia Sprinkleman, Spread Flintstone, Snowy and Harry Chill! To view the full list, visit: news.kent.gov.uk/articles/ne… @HarryHill

New gritter names revealed as KCC's winter fleet prepares for action

Kent County Council’s (KCC) annual gritting parade has marked the start of the winter season as its new fleet of gritters prepare to keep Kent’s roads safe.

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KCC Highways retweeted
KCC Highways
@KentHighwaysOct 26
Maidstone, A249 Sittingbourne Road: Temporary traffic signals in place near Clifton Close 26th - 28th October to allow for emergency @sewateruk mains repair works. Please allow extra time for your journey: moorl.uk/?1b0u0n8
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TrafficandWeather at #PortofDover. Sea conditions in the Channel are rough-very rough with South sou westerly gales, force 7. Visibility is moderate. Both freight and tourist traffic running through the Port normally.
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Some planned closures in the region tonight: 2100-0530 #A282 Dartford West Tunnel @DartCharge 2100-0600 #M3 south J8-12 #M20 west J10A-9 2200-0530 #M4 east J4B-3 #M20 west J3-1 #M25 clock J2-3 & J11-12 #M26 east J2A-3 All planned closures nationally: nationalhighways.co.uk/roads…
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Final update: #M2 eastbound in #Kent between J3 #Maidstone & J4 #Gillingham. - All lanes are now open. - Current delays of 31 minutes on approach, with 3 miles of congestion.
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Update 1: #M2 eastbound in #Kent between J3 and J4. - Lanes 2 and 3 (of 3) remain closed for recovery following an earlier collision. - Lane 1 is running past the scene. - Current delays of 20 minutes on the approach, with 2 miles of congestion.
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Update 5: #M25 clockwise between J5 #Sevenoaks and J6 #Godstone Lanes 1 and 2 (of 4) have reopened following an earlier collision. Lanes 3 and 4 remain closed for carriageway assessments. Delays of 15 minutes on the approach.
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Update 3: #M25 clockwise between J5 #Sevenoaks and J6 #Godstone Road remains closed following a collision. Police are on scene to complete investigations. Traffic caught within the closure being released in lane 1. Long delays on approach. More info: nationalhighways.co.uk/roads…
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Update 1: #M25 clockwise between J5 #Sevenoaks and J6 #Godstone Carriageway is now closed following an earlier collision. Emergency services are on scene. Traffic Officers are working to clear spillage and debris. Delays of 20 mins and 7 miles of congestion on the approach.
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Traffic is being held on the #M25 clockwise between J5 #Sevenoaks and J6 #Godstone due to a collision. Emergency services are on scene. There are 30 minute delays and 7 miles of congestion on the approach. More to follow.
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Please visit webapps.kent.gov.uk/KCC.KHSF… to report problems on KCC roads. Fault locating options now include @what3words For emergencies call 03000 418181.
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Final update: #M26 westbound in #Kent between #M20 J3 & #M25/#A21. - All lanes are now open. - Current delays of 50 mins on the #M20 north between J3-1. 7 miles of congestion.
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Some planned closures in the region tonight: 21:00 - 05:00 #A2 both directions A256 to Whitfield roundabout 21:00 - 05:30 #A282 Dartford Crossing West Tunnel @DartCharge 21:00 - 06:00 #M3 southbound J5 - J6 Find all planned closures nationally here: nationalhighways.co.uk/roads…
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Yellow warning of wind affecting London & South East England www.​metoffice.​gov.​uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?date=2026-10-23&id=1e485c7c-74f4-46ed-8b1f-72a6f5659ba7&referrer=rss
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Update 4: #M26 westbound in #Kent between #M20 J3 & #M25/#A21. -Remains closed as resurfacing works are required due to the damage sustained to the carriageway. -There is no expected completion time. -Currently no significant delays on approach. Info: nationalhighways.co.uk/roads…
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KCC Highways retweeted
Kent County Council
@Kent_ccOct 22
Today marks the launch of the Poppy Appeal in Kent. Follow along for coverage of our special event at Sessions House, Maidstone, later this morning.
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Update 2: #M26 both ways in #Kent between #M20 J3 & #M25/#A21. - Road is now closed west due to a vehicle fire. - Lane 2 (of 2) remains closed east for smoke crossing the carriageway. - Current delays of 10 mins on approach. 1 mile of congestion. Info: nationalhighways.co.uk/roads…
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