Rush hour HAOS as all traffic came to a standstill on the M25 due to a huge car fire

All traffic has stopped on the M25 in Surrey due to a car fire.

The fire broke out on the M25 clockwise between J11 and J12 near Chertsey at around 2.30pm today (June 12).

National Highways (@HighwaysEAST) urged drivers on X (officially known as Twitter) to allow plenty of time to travel in the area.

Traffic officers are currently assisting Surrey Fire and Rescue Service to bring the fire under control.

He added that the brigade had concerns about the safety of the vehicle and asked that no traffic pass by the scene.

The incident caused delays of 90 minutes and nine miles of traffic, according to the AA.

A video, which was shared on X of the incident, shows bright orange flames engulfing the vehicle.

Large plumes of black smoke can also be seen rising into the air from the HGV.

We have contacted Surrey Fire and Rescue Service and Surrey Police for more information.