A five-car crash is currently cuasing traffic delays in Harold Hill.
The incident, in Petersfield Avenue, happpened at around midday, and there is only one lane of traffic in use.
A family of five, including young children, are sitting dazed but unhurt on a grass verge, one witness said.
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