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Scottish Sun
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
M3 closed in both directions after ‘multi-vehicle crash' as drivers face long delays
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAJOR motorway has been closed in both directions, following a "multi-vehicle crash". Emergency services, including an air ambulance, raced to the crash site on the M3 in Surrey following the incident. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 National Highways has been forced to close the M3 Credit: Highways England 2 Massive queues can be seen forming on the roads Credit: Highways England The road is closed westbound between J3 (Bagshott Interchange) and J4 (Frimley Interchange). National Highways have also been forced to close the road heading eastbound too. That closure stretches between between J3 (Lightwater) and J4 (Frimley). Traffic is being held in both directions, while emergency services respond to a "multi-vehicle collision". Huge queues of cars have been spotted, with drivers getting out of their vehicles while they wait. However, getting out of your vehicle while in a traffic jam can be extremely dangerous and could lead to another accident. According to National Highways, Surrey Police, Surrey Fire & Rescue and the South East Coast Ambulance Service are all in attendance at the site of the crash. Also, an Air Ambulance and National Highways Traffic Officers have been dispatched to the scene. Following the closure, National Highways urged drivers to reconsider their planned routes and to allow for extra journey time. Drivers have been advised to leave the M3 southbound at Junction 3 to join the A322 dual carriage way. Vehicles pile up at Dover for Bank Holiday weekend getaways Then, after following the A30 London Road, drivers can join the A331 before rejoining the M3 once again. The news comes after drivers waited for hours in queues last week, as millions holidaymakers headed off on holiday. An estimated 13.9 million drivers hit the roads from July 21 to July 25, with a massive surge occurring on Frantic Friday - the first Friday following the end of the school year. Ahead of the huge surge, the Port of Dover confirmed that it was making preparations to accommodate holidaymakers. Doug Bannister, chief executive at the Port of Dover, said: 'We know how vital it is to keep things moving, not just for holidaymakers but for our local community too. 'That's why we've boosted staff levels, strengthened traffic management, added welfare facilities and introduced AI-powered forecasting - all to minimise disruption and ensure both residents and travellers have the best possible experience during this busy season.' More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The Independent
5 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Traffic jam warning for holidaymakers at Port of Dover
Traffic congestion persists at the Port of Dover as holidaymakers and freight lorries continue to arrive. Vehicles are moving slowly through Dover and down Jubilee Way towards the Kent port. The Port of Dover Travel account on X reported a 50-minute processing time at the entrance this Saturday morning. While P&O Ferries traffic is now free-flowing, DFDS and Irish Ferries are experiencing increased queues, according to the social media post. Doug Bannister, chief executive at the Port of Dover, said earlier this week his organisation has been 'preparing for a busy summer' and have brought in measures to 'minimise disruption'. He said: 'We know how vital it is to keep things moving, not just for holidaymakers but for our local community too. 'That's why we've boosted staff levels, strengthened traffic management, added welfare facilities and introduced AI-powered forecasting – all to minimise disruption and ensure both residents and travellers have the best possible experience during this busy season.' Port of Dover say they are expecting nearly 40,000 cars this weekend and more than 270,000 in the next six weeks.
The Independent
5 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Large queues of holidaymakers and lorries at Port of Dover
Traffic jams are continuing as holidaymakers and freight lorries descend on the Port of Dover. Vehicles are moving slowly through Dover and down Jubilee Way towards the port in Kent. The Port of Dover Travel account on X has said there is a 50-minute processing time at the entrance on Saturday morning. P&O ferries traffic is now free flowing while DFDS and Irish Ferries have increased queues, the social media post said. Doug Bannister, chief executive at the Port of Dover, said earlier this week his organisation has been 'preparing for a busy summer' and have brought in measures to 'minimise disruption'. He said: 'We know how vital it is to keep things moving, not just for holidaymakers but for our local community too. 'That's why we've boosted staff levels, strengthened traffic management, added welfare facilities and introduced AI-powered forecasting – all to minimise disruption and ensure both residents and travellers have the best possible experience during this busy season.' Port of Dover say they are expecting nearly 40,000 cars this weekend and more than 270,000 in the next six weeks.
South Wales Guardian
5 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Large queues of holidaymakers and lorries at Port of Dover
Vehicles are moving slowly through Dover and down Jubilee Way towards the port in Kent. The Port of Dover Travel account on X has said there is a 50-minute processing time at the entrance on Saturday morning. P&O ferries traffic is now free flowing while DFDS and Irish Ferries have increased queues, the social media post said. Doug Bannister, chief executive at the Port of Dover, said earlier this week his organisation has been 'preparing for a busy summer' and have brought in measures to 'minimise disruption'. He said: 'We know how vital it is to keep things moving, not just for holidaymakers but for our local community too. 'That's why we've boosted staff levels, strengthened traffic management, added welfare facilities and introduced AI-powered forecasting – all to minimise disruption and ensure both residents and travellers have the best possible experience during this busy season.' Port of Dover say they are expecting nearly 40,000 cars this weekend and more than 270,000 in the next six weeks.
South Wales Argus
5 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Large queues of holidaymakers and lorries at Port of Dover
Vehicles are moving slowly through Dover and down Jubilee Way towards the port in Kent. The Port of Dover Travel account on X has said there is a 50-minute processing time at the entrance on Saturday morning. P&O ferries traffic is now free flowing while DFDS and Irish Ferries have increased queues, the social media post said. A woman walks across the cliffs while holiday and freight traffic queue to use the Port of Dover (Gareth Fuller/PA) Doug Bannister, chief executive at the Port of Dover, said earlier this week his organisation has been 'preparing for a busy summer' and have brought in measures to 'minimise disruption'. He said: 'We know how vital it is to keep things moving, not just for holidaymakers but for our local community too. 'That's why we've boosted staff levels, strengthened traffic management, added welfare facilities and introduced AI-powered forecasting – all to minimise disruption and ensure both residents and travellers have the best possible experience during this busy season.' Port of Dover say they are expecting nearly 40,000 cars this weekend and more than 270,000 in the next six weeks.
