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M25 Traffic Disruption Causes Severe Delays in Bucks

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A multi-vehicle crash in Buckinghamshire caused widespread disruption on the M25 motorway, resulting in long delays and congestion in both directions. The incident, which occurred near J17 A412 Denham Way (Maple Cross), led to a significant reduction in traffic flow, with drivers experiencing severe delays of up to 26 minutes. Although the road has reopened, the impact of the crash continues to be felt, with drivers facing long travel times and major congestion.

Key Takeaways:

  • A four-car crash occurred on the M25 anticlockwise at J17 A412 Denham Way (Maple Cross) in Buckinghamshire, causing a road closure and severe delays.
  • The incident led to congestion extending from J16 M40 to J21 M1, and back to Hunton Bridge off J19 (Watford).
  • The AA reported travel times of 30 minutes near the crash location, with an average speed of 15 mph in the affected area.
  • Long delays of up to 26 minutes were reported in the area, with 12-minute delays in the clockwise direction.
  • CCTV images captured the extensive congestion on the motorway, with traffic maps showing the extent of the disruption.
  • Travel time to the affected area was significantly reduced due to the road closure, resulting in a major build-up of traffic.

Statistics:

  • Delays of up to 26 minutes were reported on the M25 anticlockwise in Buckinghamshire.
  • Travel time near the crash location was 30 minutes, with an average speed of 15 mph in the affected area.
  • Congestion extended from J16 M40 to J21 M1, and back to Hunton Bridge off J19 (Watford).
  • The AA reported a road closure due to the crash, with severe delays in the affected area.
  • Drivers faced a travel time of 30 minutes near the crash location.

Sources:

  • AA: "M25 traffic: Long delays on M25 anticlockwise from J17 A412 Denham Way (Maple Cross) to J16 M40. Travel time is 30 minutes."
  • Highways England: "M25 traffic: CCTV images of the congestion on the M25 through Bucks."
  • AA: "M25 traffic: Road closed and severe delays due to crash, four cars involved on M25 anticlockwise at J17 A412 Denham Way (Maple Cross)."
  • AA: "M25 traffic: Congestion to J21 M1, and back to Hunton Bridge off J19 (Watford)."

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