PEABODY, MASS. (WHDH) - A large pothole on Route 1 southbound in Peabody is causing problems during the morning commute on Thursday.

About eight to 10 cars have flat tires after hitting the pothole on the overpass over Route 128 just before the tunnel.

Cones are now blocking the right lane.

Drivers are urged to use caution in the area.

No additional information has been released.

This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.

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