Emergency crews responded to a serious crash on the M25, causing severe delays and closing the major road. The incident occurred on October 4, 2026, and has led to major delays and closures. This follows several recent traffic collisions that resulted in fatalities, including a one-car collision in Hobson City, a pedestrian struck on the Air Expressway in Adelanto, and a deadly weekend in El Paso with five fatalities. Additionally, a vehicle collided with a fire truck while first responders were working a major accident in North Texas. The M25 closure highlights serious issues on major routes.