TWO lanes have been closed on the A12 as emergency services deal with an incident.
The fire brigade has been seen attending to a black van just before Marks Tey on the A12 London-bound.
It is understood the incident began at about 8.30am this morning.
The AA traffic map states, as of 10.20am, the road remains partially blocked and there is queueing traffic due to a collision.
There is congestion backing up almost as far as the Colchester United football stadium.
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There are extensive tailbacks as emergency services work to help the unfolding situation.
They have been contacted for comment.
More as we get it.
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