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🕐 Last verified 15 Mar, 23:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM2
DirectionWestbound
RegionSouth East
CountyMedway
Category (NH)Vehicle Fire
ReportedSun 15 Mar, 21:52
Cleared23:05
Lasted1h 12m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph
Weather☀️ Clear sky
ReferenceREF-24262706

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

M2 westbound between J3 and J2 | Westbound | Vehicle Fire

Location : The M2 westbound between junctions J3 and J2 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder, lanes 1 and 2 are closed. Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 22:15 and 22:30 on 15 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:15 and 22:30 on 15 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There are two of four lanes closed.

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Is the M2 closed?

Not because of this vehicle fire. It cleared at 23:05 UK time on Sun 15 Mar. See the M2 right now.

What happened on the M2 on 15 Mar 2026?

Vehicle fire on the M2 westbound J3 to J2 in Medway, reported at 21:52 UK time on Sun 15 Mar. Cleared at 23:05.

How long did it last?

1h 12m, from 21:52 UK time on Sun 15 Mar.

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