A BROKEN down lorry has blocked a lane of the A13.
The lorry is blocking the lane on the westbound carriageway between Lakeside and junction 30 with the M25.
It is causing long tailbacks of traffic towards Basildon.
Motorists are advised to allow extra time for travelling in the area.
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