The M25 is closed in both directions as terrifying images show a massive HGV fire.

Firefighters from Kent, London, and Surrey are fighting the blaze as flames and smoke fill the night sky at Clacket Lane services.

It broke out just after 10pm tonight and has led to the closure of the London-bound carriageway as the 18-wheeler is decimated by flames.

A spokesperson for Surrey Fire and Rescue Service said: "The lorry was well alight upon arrival, and crews are using various firefighting methods in an attempt to extinguish the fire."

National Highways said: "The M25 in Surrey/ Kent is closed in both directions between J5 near Sevenoaks and J6 near Godstone /Caterham due to a serious heavy goods vehicle fire. This has also closed the M26 westbound between J2A near Wrotham Heath and M25/A21.