AN air ambulance has reportedly landed while a key Canvey road is blocked by police after a crash this morning.

Somnes Avenue has been shut off with slow traffic due to a crash near the Waterside leisure centre this morning, between Link Road and Canvey Way, according to reports.

Residents have reported an air ambulance has now landed at the leisure centre in response to the incident, with ambulance crews and police also on the scene.

Traffic is being diverted down to Canvey Road, according to drivers in the area.

Essex Police and East of England Ambulance Service have been contacted for comment.

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