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🕐 Last verified 18 Feb, 11:10

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadA2
DirectionEastbound
RegionSouth East
CountyKent
Category (NH)Vehicle Fire
ReportedWed 18 Feb, 08:42
Cleared11:10
Lasted2h 28m
Road typeUrban A-Road
Speed limit20-40 mph (varies)
Weather☁️ Overcast
ReferenceREF-3757100
Views109

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

A2 eastbound exit for M25/A282 | Eastbound | Vehicle Fire

Location : The A2 eastbound exit slip to the M25 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 11:30 and 11:45 on 18 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 11:30 and 11:45 on 18 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

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22 incidents and roadworks logged on the A2 in the last 30 days, 10 of them serious or severe. Times are UK time.

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Is the A2 closed?

Not because of this vehicle fire. It cleared at 11:10 UK time on Wed 18 Feb. See the A2 right now.

What happened on the A2 on 18 Feb 2026?

Vehicle fire on the A2 eastbound in Kent, reported at 08:42 UK time on Wed 18 Feb. Cleared at 11:10.

How long did it last?

2h 28m, from 08:42 UK time on Wed 18 Feb.

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