A two car crash in Park Hill, Oulton, is causing delays.
Police were called to the collision at 12.55pm after a passing ambulance spotted the incident.
A Volkswagen Golf and a Seat are involved in the crash, which has completely blocked the carriageway.
Police report traffic building up and are advising motorists to avoid the area.
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