Emergency services swarmed the A13 after a major multi-vehicle collision near the Orsett Cock interchange on Friday, 6 March. Motorists faced miles of gridlock as police, paramedics, and fire crews scrambled to the scene.
Emergency Services Launch Full-Scale Response
Police and emergency teams rushed to the crash site following reports of a serious collision. Officers were spotted searching nearby fields, raising fears over the incident’s severity. Fire crews and paramedics worked quickly to manage the scene.
Traffic Nightmare Grips A13
By 7 pm, rush-hour traffic was at a standstill with jams stretching for miles both ways. The worst delays hit the westbound stretch from the A128 Brentwood Road (Orsett Cock) to the A1089 Tilbury/Baker Street Interchange, snarling up journeys for hours.
Road Status and Advice
- Location: A13 Westbound between A128 Brentwood Road and A1089 Tilbury Interchange
- Cause: Multi-vehicle accident earlier this evening
- Status: Road has reopened, but traffic remains slow
Police have not yet released official details. Drivers are urged to seek alternate routes until the scene is fully cleared. Stay tuned for updates.
