Two miles of congestion as Dartford Tunnel is closed after two-car crash

Jessica Day-Parker

2 July 2024 at 7:52 am·1-min read

Two miles of congestion as Dartford Tunnel is closed after two-car crash <i>(Image: Google / Canva)</i> — Two miles of congestion as Dartford Tunnel is closed after two-car crash *(Image: Google / Canva)*

PART of the Dartford Crossing is closed after a two-vehicle crash.

The West Tunnel in Dartford is closed heading into Essex due to the crash with National Highways traffic officers and recovery on scene.

The #A282 northbound #WestTunnel in #Dartford is CLOSED due to a two vehicle traffic collision.

National Highways Traffic Officers and Recovery are on scene.

Traffic is being diverted through the #EastTunnel.

There is currently 2 miles of congestion. pic.twitter.com/20wTNJyJBU
— National Highways: South-East (@HighwaysSEAST) July 2, 2024

Traffic is being diverted through the East Tunnel.

There is currently 2 miles of congestion.

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