A12 Colchester Crash: Full Diversion in Place Following Serious Incident
Colchester, Essex – [Date and Time of Publication] – A serious incident on the A12 near Colchester has resulted in a full diversion being put in place, causing significant disruption to traffic. Emergency services are currently at the scene dealing with the aftermath of a [Type of Crash, e.g., multi-vehicle collision, overturned lorry].
The incident occurred at approximately [Time of Incident] on [Date of Incident] on the [Northbound/Southbound] carriageway of the A12 near [Location of Incident, e.g., junction with the A133]. [Number] lanes are currently closed, leading to a complete closure of the affected carriageway. Highways England has implemented a full diversion route to manage the congestion.
Diversion Route:
Drivers travelling [Northbound/Southbound] are being advised to follow the clearly signposted diversion route. This typically involves exiting the A12 at [Junction Number] and using alternative routes such as [List the alternative roads and junctions included in the diversion]. Drivers are urged to follow the instructions of the diversion signs and allow extra time for their journey. Details of the full diversion can be found on the Highways England website at [link to Highways England website].
Current Situation:
Emergency services, including police, ambulance, and fire crews, are currently at the scene attending to the injured and managing the incident. The severity of injuries sustained remains unclear at this time, although [mention any information released by emergency services, e.g., reports of serious injuries, number of casualties]. Air ambulances have been reported [in the area/at the scene] - further details to follow.
The extent of the damage caused by the crash is also unclear, but it's believed to involve [mention extent of damage based on reports if available, e.g., significant vehicle damage, road surface damage]. Recovery work is underway, with the affected vehicles expected to be cleared as soon as it is safe to do so.
Travel Advice:
Highways England is advising motorists to avoid the area if possible and to plan their journeys accordingly. Real-time traffic updates are available on the Highways England website and through traffic apps such as [mention popular traffic apps]. Drivers are also advised to check for any further updates from local authorities.
Police Statement:
[Insert any official statement from Essex Police if available. This should include details about the cause of the accident if known, any investigations underway and any appeals for witnesses].
Expected Re-opening Time:
At this stage, it is unclear when the A12 will fully reopen. Highways England will provide updates as the situation develops. Motorists are advised to monitor the traffic situation closely before setting off on their journey.
This article will be updated with further information as it becomes available.
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