A STRETCH of the M25 will remain shut overnight after a horror lorry crash saw a truck “jack-knifed” and diesel spilled everywhere.
The huge lorry ended up sideways across the anti-clockwise carriageway at junction 27 for the M11 near Epping, Essex.
Its fuel tank ruptured in the smash, sending diesel leaking across the road and sparking a major emergency response.
Essex Police, Essex Fire and Rescue and National Highways crews all rushed to the scene in the height of rush hour.
Drivers face a nightmare with the motorway set to remain closed overnight while the carriageway is resurfaced.
National Highways said: “No serious injuries were reported from the collision.
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“However, one of the lorries has ‘jack-knifed’ and is sideways across all lanes.
“The fuel tank of this lorry has ruptured, resulting in its diesel leaking over all lanes.”
An Essex Police spokesperson added: “We are currently at the scene of a collision involving two lorries and a car on the anti-clockwise carriageway of the M25, close to junction 27/ junction 6 of the M11.
“The collision was reported at about 4.35 pm – we are attending with colleagues from the ambulance and fire services and National Highways.
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“A road closure is in place while emergency services work at the scene, and we thank you for your patience.
“Drivers should check before they travel and plan their journeys accordingly.”
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