There are major delays on a major road after a lorry caught fire.
Northbound traffic on the A12 is affected following the blaze in Leytonsone between the Lea Interchange and the Green Man Roundabout.
The fire brigade was notified at 2.49pm and sent one fire engine from Leyton fire station.
Two lanes are closed near the Cathall Lane bridge.
The fire is now under control but the burnt remains of the lorry remain in a layby.
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