A12 Closed Following Multi-Vehicle Collision
An A-road in Essex has been shut southbound after a serious collision involving several vehicles.
According to National Highways, the A12 was closed between junction 29 (Colchester North) and junction 27 (A133 Cymbeline Way).
Emergency Response and Traffic Delays
Emergency services arrived quickly at the scene to provide assistance and assess the situation. Drivers were advised to avoid the area, as traffic was being diverted along alternative routes.
Official Updates
National Highways issued a statement:
“The A12 southbound is currently closed between junctions 29 and 27 due to a multi-vehicle road traffic collision. Please expect delays and plan alternative routes where possible.”
Police urged motorists to check traffic updates before travelling, noting that recovery and clean-up operations were expected to take several hours.
Summary
Authorities said the closure would remain in place until the scene was cleared and the roadway deemed safe for reopening.
Author’s Summary: A serious multi-vehicle crash shut down the A12 near Colchester, prompting emergency response teams and causing major travel disruption across the region.
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