Bus Fully Engulfed in Fire on A13 Near Wennington During Rush Hour
Overview
A bus was fully engulfed in flames on the A13 eastbound, just before the Wennington Interchange (A1306), bringing traffic to a complete standstill during the Friday morning rush hour.
The incident, which occurred just before 9:15am, led to the full closure of the A13 eastbound carriageway, with long tailbacks stretching past Rainham Marshes to Ferry Lane.
The London Fire Brigade was called to the scene and quickly deployed multiple fire crews to tackle the intense blaze. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and there are no immediate reports of injuries.
Traffic Update:
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Location: A13 Eastbound before A1306 (Wennington Interchange)
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Status: Road blocked, with long delays
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Congestion: Stretching back beyond Rainham Marshes and Ferry Lane
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Time of incident: Stopped just before 9:15am
Motorists are being advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes, as emergency services continue to manage the incident.
A spokesperson for the London Fire Brigade said:
“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.”
This is a developing story, and updates will follow as more information becomes available from London Fire Brigade and TfL.
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