A MULTIPLE Vehicle crash on the M3 has caused severe delays, expected to slow down roads leading to and from Bracknell.

All lanes of the M3 are currently closed, following a multi-vehicle accident between J3 A322, near Lightwater, and J2 on the M25 Interchange.

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The road was closed following an accident which has resulted in multiple vehicles stranded across the carriageway - one of which was on fire.

The avised diversion for those looking to travel in the area is via the A322 past Bagshot, to join the A30, then follow the A30 through Sunningdale and Egham to join the M25 at J13. Vehicles can then head anti-clockwise to rejoin the M3 at J2.

Usual traffic levels are set to resume by 3pm today latest.