Road smash causes hold-ups

The main Preston to Blackpool road was partially blocked by a collision near Kirkham causing rush hour hold-ups at teatime today.

Police say the smash was at a spot on the A583 Kirkham Bypass where there was a collision earlier in the day.

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The second incident happened just before 5pm, causing a blockage on the eastbound side of the highway.

There were reports of queueing traffic and lengthy delays. But there was no news of any casualties.

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