Accident closes M65 westbound
The collision between a car and a HGV westbound between junctions four and three happened just before 8.30pm.
Highways England said: "The M65 is now closed westbound between J4 and J3 due to a serious collision involving a car and an HGV. Police accident investigation is en-route to scene. Traffic is being diverted via the hollow square diversion symbol."
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Hide AdAn ambulance was called to the scene and police accident investigators are continuing their work.
AA Roadwatch said the following diversion was in place: "A666 to the A6062 at Ewood. A6062 westbound to the A674 at Feniscowles. Finally, joining the A674 travelling south to re-join the M65 at J3."