Part of the A127 near the M25 has been closed due to flood waters and stranded cars.

Essex Highways Bosses announced the closure of the main road near Warley as flooding causes chaos across the county.

A spokesman said: "A127 closed flooding! A127 from M25 to Warley CLOSED due to flooding & vehicles stuck in flood water. Runwell Rd roundabout & Lower Sheering Rd closed. Please avoid the area DO NOT drive thru floodwater, thank you”

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