A MOTORBIKE and a car have collided on the A595 near Askam.
The crash happened at around 7am this morning on the A595 near to the junction with Saves Lane in Ireleth near Askam. Police asked motorists to avoid the area while the crash was cleared.
It is not yet known how serious the collision is, or if anyone has been injured.
Emergency Services dealing with a 2 vehicle RTC A595 at Ireleth. Road blocked, please avoid area, use alternative route. #Cumbria #Police
— Cumbria Police (@Cumbriapolice) September 23, 2016
As of 8.05am, police said the road had been cleared.
The A595 is reopening at Ireleth following the collision earlier
— Barrow Police (@barrowpolice) September 23, 2016
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