A CRASH on the A127 Southend Arterial Road has sparked major disruption for drivers, with lanes closed and detours in operation.
The underpass at Rayleigh Weir is closed in both directions as a result of the crash, which took place this morning in the road’s Southend-bound lanes.
Severe delays of 22 minutes are reported on the A127, with average speeds of just five mph.
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The latest updates from the AA state: “Both ways underpass closed, partially blocked and queueing traffic due to a crash on the A127 Southend Arterial Road Westbound at A129 Rayleigh Road (Rayleigh Weir).
“Detour in operation - via slip roads/roundabout.
“Severe delays of 22 minutes and delays increasing on A127 Southend Arterial Road Westbound between A1015 Rayleigh Road (Kent Elms Corner) and Southend Arterial Road.
“Average speed is five mph.”
The emergency services have been contacted for comment.
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