Bus Goes Up in Flames on A13 Near Wennington – Rush Hour Chaos
Inferno Brings A13 to Standstill
A bus was completely engulfed in flames on the A13 eastbound just before the Wennington Interchange (A1306) this Friday morning. The blaze struck at rush hour, triggering chaos and snarling traffic for miles.
The fire broke out just before 9:15am, forcing the full closure of the eastbound carriageway. Massive tailbacks stretched well past Rainham Marshes, all the way to Ferry Lane.
Fire Brigade Battle Blazing Bus
London Fire Brigade raced to the scene, deploying multiple crews to tackle the ferocious fire. Thankfully, there are no reports of injuries at this stage. The cause of the blaze is currently under investigation.
Traffic Warnings and Delays
- Location: A13 eastbound before Wennington Interchange (A1306)
- Status: Road fully blocked, causing long delays
- Congestion: Backed up past Rainham Marshes and Ferry Lane
- Time: Incident started just before 9:15am
Motorists are urged to avoid the area and find alternative routes while emergency crews work to clear the scene.
Official Statement
“Firefighters are currently on scene dealing with a bus fire on the A13. The road remains closed while crews bring the fire under control. Further updates will be provided in due course.” – London Fire Brigade Spokesperson
This is a developing story. Stay tuned for updates from London Fire Brigade and TfL as they become available.
