Eight vehicle road traffic collision on the A12

Crews are currently at the scene of a large road traffic collision on the A12, Feering Northbound.

Firefighters were called to reports of a multi-vehicle collision at 4:27pm.

On arrival, crews reported eight vehicles had collided including four HGVs.

Several of the HGVs have jackknifed and are blocking the road.

Nobody was trapped inside their vehicles and crews have been working alongside partners to recover the vehicles.

Area Manager Neil Fenwick said: “We’re at the scene of an eight vehicle road traffic collision on the A12, Feering Northbound. Thankfully nobody was trapped inside their vehicles and we’re working as quickly as we can with our partners to get everybody moving safely.

“We expect to be here for a few more hours while crews assist partners with the recovery of the vehicles.

“We appreciate everyone’s patience and if you can, please avoid the area. Diversions are in place.”

Update 

Firefighters worked with partner agencies to make the scene safe by 7:32pm.