Emergency services rushed to the scene of a serious two-vehicle collision in East London this evening, prompting the closure of a major road in both directions and disruption to multiple bus routes.

The incident occurred at 5.11 pm on Thursday, 10 April, on High Street near Fullwell Cross.

Emergency Services Respond to Serious Two-Vehicle Collision at Fullwell Cross Barkingside
Emergency Services Respond To Serious Two-vehicle Collision At Fullwell Cross Barkingside

Police, London Fire Brigade, and London Ambulance Service were all called to attend.

Firefighters used specialist cutting tools to free those trapped inside the vehicles and worked to make both vehicles and the surrounding area safe.

Emergency Services Respond to Serious Two-Vehicle Collision at Fullwell Cross Barkingside
Emergency Services Respond To Serious Two-vehicle Collision At Fullwell Cross Barkingside
Emergency Services Respond to Serious Two-Vehicle Collision at Fullwell Cross Barkingside
Emergency Services Respond To Serious Two-vehicle Collision At Fullwell Cross Barkingside

The road has been closed in both directions between Sydney Road and Fullwell Cross Roundabout, causing significant delays in the area.

Emergency Services Respond to Serious Two-Vehicle Collision at Fullwell Cross Barkingside
Emergency Services Respond To Serious Two-vehicle Collision At Fullwell Cross Barkingside

Several bus routes have been affected by the closure, including the 150, 167, 169, 247, 275, 462, and N8. Diversions are in place as follows:

At this time, the extent of injuries is not yet confirmed, and investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes where possible.

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