The single-vehicle collision occurred on the northbound carriageway between junctions 37 (Killington) and 36 (Crooklands) at around 11am on Thursday. All lanes were subsequently closed as emergency services worked at the scene. Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Lancashire Evening Post, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more.
Southbound traffic was also temporarily stopped to allow the air ambulance to land. Join our new WhatsApp Community to get the latest news and top stories from across Lancashire directly to your phone A spokesman for Cumbria Police said: “The northbound carriageway is likely to remain closed for some time whilst police and partners continue their work at the scene of the incident, which occurred at around 11am.” All emergency services attended the incident, with a diversion put in place as crews worked at the scene Advertisement Advertisement At 1pm, National Highways confirmed traffic caught within the closure was being released via the rear of the queue.
“Vehicles are released in batches so please listen to any instructions given,” a spokesman said. “We appreciate your patience with this.” Two miles of traffic was reported in the area, with motorists were advised to allow extra time for their journeys.
Road users are advised to follow the route marked by the hollow diamond diversion symbol on local road signs:.
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