This is why short delays are likely on the Kirkham bypass right now (spoiler it's all about the birds)
The work is needed ahead of the darker winter months to ensure drivers can see the road signs clearly, with some signs currently difficult to see due to overgrown hedges and verges. But it has been carefully timed to avoid nesting season.
Hedge and grass cutting work is underway along the A585 and A583 Kirkham Bypass,with the work expected to take around two weeks in total.
Lancashire County Councillor Joshua Roberts said the work began on Wednesday 16 September, following the end of nesting season. The work will see hedges and verges cut back, with some road signs along the route currently difficult to see.
Cllr Roberts said the work is needed ahead of the darker winter months to ensure drivers can see the signs clearly.
Where will the work take place?
The work covers the A585 from the Kingfisher roundabout in Wesham to the Blackpool Road roundabout, before continuing along the A583 Kirkham Bypass to the Freckleton Street lights. Work is has begun already.
A highway permit is in place to manage traffic while the work is carried out.
Drivers are warned there may be some short delays and are being asked to allow extra time for their journeys.
Cllr Roberts thanked motorists for bearing with the disruption, adding that once the work is complete, drivers will be able to see the road signs clearly again.