Drivers are being warned of long delays on the A2 this morning following a huge lorry fire, which has caused havoc during rush hour.
Lanes 1, 2 and 3 of the A2 in Kent remain closed between B255 (Bean) and M25/A282 (Darenth) after a fire involving a heavy goods vehicle.
National Highways reported that Kent Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene and were able to extinguish the blaze.
Service providers are in attendance to assess the damage caused by the fire, which could take place over the coming hours.
At present, there are severe delays of at least 90 minutes above normal times and around six miles of congestion on the approach.
National Highways stated: “The contents of the HGV is having to be unloaded before the vehicle can be recovered.
“There is a possibility the contents may re-ignite whilst being unloaded.”
Long delays remain on the A2 this morning following a lorry fire
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Recovery services remain in attendance to deal with the aftermath, while traffic management is conducted.
Two fire engines attended the scene, with crews wearing breathing apparatus extinguishing the flames using compressed air foam and hose reel jets.
Kent Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that no injuries have been reported following the lorry fire.
Drivers are facing around six miles of congestion on the A2
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National Highways added: “If this impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.”
GB News has contacted Kent Fire and Rescue Service for a comment.
Two fire engines attended the lorry fire on the A2 this morning
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