TRAFFIC is queuing after part of the A12 was left flooded following heavy rain this morning.

The A12 Londonbound between J27 (Spring Lane) and J26 (Eight Ash Green) has been affected.

Flood water is across the carriageway.

Drivers are being asked to slow down on approach as traffic is starting to queue back towards the Football Stadium at junction 28.

Police say the flood waters are between J29 and J25 - a five mile stretch of the road.

More information to follow.