A MAJOR road has been closed during rush hour following reports of a serious crash.
The A130 southbound from A12 J17 (Howe Green) to A1245 (Rettendon Turnpike) has been closed.
AA Traffic News say northbound is also slow as it passes the crash.
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Queues are already forming across the A130 and surrounding areas, and drivers try to divert the area.
The details of the crash and whether there are any injuries is currently unknown.
Emergency services are reportedly on the scene, so have been contacted for comment by the Echo.
More to follow.
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