A busy road has been closed in both directions due to a lorry overturning.

Canvey Way, the main route on and off Canvey, is closed in both directions.

The road is closed between the A13, at Sadlers Farm Interchange, and the B1014, at Waterside Farm roundabout.

The road was closed by the emergency services at roughly 6.30 this morning.

Update: the road has reopened at 9.30am.