One person rescued from vehicle by firefighters after crash in Lancashire

Two people required medical attention after emergency services rushed to a collision in Accrington.

One fire engine from Hyndburn attended a two-vehicle collision in Portland Street at around 7.45pm yesterday (September 22).

Firefighters used one hose reel, dry powder, spreaders and cutting equipment to extricate one person from a vehicle

Two casualties were treated by ambulance crews at the scene, the fire service said.

North West Ambulance Service has been approached for comment.

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