All traffic has been stopped on the M11 after a vehicle has burst into flames.

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service are on their way to the fire which was first reported shortly after 3pm.

The M11 northbound has been closed at junction 6 as thick black smoke is billowing across the carriageway.

Police and highways officers are currently on scene.

No one is believed to be injured and the incident involves one car.

Traffic is beginning to back up and it is expected to have a severe effect on traffic heading into rush hour.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area or allow extra time to travel.

We will bring you more information as it becomes available.