M27 Westbound Closed Near Rownhams Services Following Accident as Traffic Grinds to a Standstill
Motorists are being advised to avoid the M27 westbound near Rownhams Services and Junction 3 following a traffic incident that has caused severe disruption this evening.
Emergency response teams attended the scene after an accident led to the closure of sections of the motorway, resulting in long delays and standstill traffic in the area.
Current traffic management measures have left two of the four westbound lanes closed while authorities work to manage the incident and restore normal movement along the route.
Drivers travelling through the area are urged to seek alternative routes where possible and allow additional travel time, as congestion continues to build around the affected stretch of motorway.
Traffic conditions are expected to gradually return to normal between 22:00 and 22:15 on Friday, June 26, 2026, although delays may continue for some time afterward depending on traffic volumes.
Road users are encouraged to monitor local traffic updates and follow guidance from emergency services and traffic officials while travelling.
Further details regarding the cause of the accident and whether any injuries were reported have not yet been released.