Police, ambulance and fire crews are at the scene of a serious crash at Frizington.
Two vehicles were involved in the collision, which was reported to police just after 4.30pm, at Steel Brow.
Police are asking motorists to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
The incident happened near to Bud Brow, leaving the road partially blocked.
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