A section of the M25 motorway was shut down due to a driver’s medical emergency, as reported by authorities.
M25 Closure Caused by Medical Emergency
The incident occurred on the M25, impacting travel between junction 27 for the M11 and junction 26 near Waltham Abbey.
Details of the Incident
Essex Police received reports of the situation at 11:40 GMT. A spokesperson confirmed that a driver had experienced a medical episode.
The affected individual was subsequently transferred to the care of the ambulance service for further assistance.
Road Reopening
After several hours, National Highways announced that the M25 was reopened to traffic around 15:00 GMT.
- Location: M25 motorway
- Closure Duration: Approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes
- Time of Incident: 11:40 GMT
- Reopening Time: 15:00 GMT
The swift response of emergency services ensured minimal disruption following the reopening of this crucial route.
