17:15 UPDATE | Shortly after 16:30, North West Fire Control received multiple calls reporting a serious road traffic collision involving two vehicles. Crews were deployed to the scene and wearing breathing apparatus have extinguished a fire involving one of the cars. They and colleagues from North West Ambulance Service are treating three casualties. The road has been closed in both directions while personnel deal with the incident.
18:00 UPDATE | The casualties have been taken to hospital and one fire engine remains the scene to assist with clear up.
