The M26 is closed coast bound from junction 5 of the M25 near Sevenoaks and junction 3 of the M20 near Wrotham following a serious crash. Police, firefighters, paramedics and a land unit from the Air Ambulance were called when van left the carriageway at around midnight. National Highways officers are at the scene managing traffic and an investigation is continuing. Recovery and clean up work is also needed, and there is no estimate as to when the road might reopen. Drivers are being asked to plan ahead and consider allowing extra journey time if travelling in the area this morning. Listen to …