A MAJOR road in Essex has been closed after a lorry has reportedly hit a bridge in Essex.

Traffic is currently not moving on the A13 in both directions as the road has been shut.

It is reported that a bridge has been struck by a vehicle – believed to be a lorry.

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The incident is near the junction with A1306 (Wennington Interchange). Congestion is back to Rainham eastbound, and half a mile Londonbound.

According to AA Traffic News, a lorry reportedly hit the bridge just after 12pm on the A13 eastbound.

Essex Police has been contacted for comment by the Echo.

More to follow.