Dartford Crossing eastbound tunnel closed causing traffic delays

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Nov, 17:03 · Archive

The eastbound tunnel at the Dartford Crossing has closed, causing queues stretching back towards the A20 junction 3.

The eastbound tunnel at the Dartford Crossing closed this afternoon, causing congestion to build with queues stretching back towards junction 3 for the A20. The reason for the closure has not yet been confirmed.

Photographs on social media show a highway maintenance vehicle stopped at the tunnel. Drivers are advised to allow extra time if commuting through the area.

Dartford Crossing eastbound tunnel closed causing traffic delays — Image: Echo (Basildon)

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Fresh delays as Dartford Crossing tunnel CLOSED with miles of trafficDartford Crossing eastbound tunnel closes, causing delays and queues towards A20 junction 3. Closure reason unconfirmed; drivers should allow extra time.Echo (Basildon) · 13 Nov, 15:20
Fresh delays as Dartford Crossing tunnel CLOSED with miles of trafficDartford Crossing eastbound tunnel closes, causing delays and queues towards A20 junction 3. Closure reason unconfirmed; drivers should allow extra time.Colchester Gazette · 13 Nov, 15:20

In this story: Dartford Crossing · A20 · M25

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