The road is blocked by police
According to traffic management system Inrix, the East Lancashire Road is closed in both directions. There is reportedly heavy traffic due to a crash from Townsend Avenue to Lower House Lane.
Several bus diversions are also in place, including services 17, 17A and 19. Eyewitnesses said the traffic is "chaotic" and all emergency services are in attendance.We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story. For the latest news and breaking news visit
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