A gas leak near the Dartford Crossing has forced fire crews to close off a main road.
Kent Fire and Rescue Service attended the gas leak on Birchwood Road in Dartford today (April 7).
Residents living in the Puddledock Lane and Birchwood Road area have been advised by fire crews to close the windows as a safety precaution.
Drivers are asked to avoid the area while the emergency services and utility workers work to fix the gas leak.
It is thought disruptions will remain in place for some time while the ongoing gas leak is dealt with.