EMERGENCY services have responded to a collision on A6 London Road, Carlisle. The incident was reported before 4pm Thursday October 17.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible as heavy traffic is reported due to the road being partially blocked

Traffic monitoring site Inrix states: "A6 LONDON ROAD - CARLISLE - BOTH DIRECTIONS - CUMBRIA

"A6 London Road in both directions partially blocked, heavy traffic due to accident at Cumwhinton Road."