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🕐 Last verified 17 Feb, 22:45

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadM25
DirectionClockwise
RegionEastern
CountyHertfordshire
Category (NH)Vehicle Fire
ReportedTue 17 Feb, 21:59
Cleared22:45
Lasted45 min
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather☁️ Overcast
ReferenceREF-3211079

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

M25 J24 clockwise exit | Clockwise | Vehicle Fire

Location : The M25 clockwise exit slip at junction J24 . Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 22:45 and 23:00 on 17 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:45 and 23:00 on 17 February 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

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Is the M25 closed?

Not because of this vehicle fire. It cleared at 22:45 UK time on Tue 17 Feb. See the M25 right now.

What happened on the M25 on 17 Feb 2026?

Vehicle fire on the M25 clockwise at J24 in Hertfordshire, reported at 21:59 UK time on Tue 17 Feb. Cleared at 22:45.

How long did it last?

45 min, from 21:59 UK time on Tue 17 Feb.

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