Air ambulance called to A590 crash as main road into Barrow closes
The A590 was closed in both directions following a collision on the main road leading into and out of Barrow on Monday, June 22.
The crash happened between Wilkie Road and Ormsgill, with emergency services called to the scene.
An air ambulance was among the emergency response attending the incident.
The road remained closed in both directions while crews dealt with the collision, with drivers facing disruption on one of the main routes serving Barrow.
No information has yet been released about how many vehicles were involved or whether anyone has suffered serious injuries.
Emergency services attend A590 collision
Police, ambulance crews and other emergency services were reported to be at the scene.
The presence of an air ambulance indicated that specialist medical support had also been sent to the incident.
However, it has not been confirmed whether anyone was flown to hospital or received treatment at the roadside.
The exact time of the collision has also not been confirmed in the initial report.
The closure affected the stretch of the A590 between Wilkie Road and Ormsgill, preventing vehicles from travelling through the area in either direction.
Delays expected around Barrow
The A590 is the main road connecting Barrow with the rest of South Cumbria and the wider road network.
A full closure can therefore cause delays for people travelling into the town, leaving Barrow or moving between nearby residential areas.
Drivers were advised to avoid the affected section where possible and allow extra time for their journeys.
Local roads around Ormsgill and the northern side of Barrow may also become busier as motorists look for alternative routes.
People travelling through the area should follow signs and directions provided by police and other emergency workers.
Cause of crash not yet known
There has been no confirmation of what caused the collision.
Details about the vehicles involved, the number of people affected and the condition of anyone injured have not yet been released.
It is also unclear how long the road will remain closed.
Road closures following serious collisions may remain in place while emergency treatment is provided, damaged vehicles are recovered and the scene is made safe.
Police may also need to examine the road before it can reopen.
Further updates expected
Emergency services were continuing to deal with the incident when the initial information was released.
Motorists should check the latest travel information before setting off, particularly if their journey involves the A590 between Barrow and the surrounding area.
Further details are expected once police or ambulance services provide an official update.
This is a developing incident, and the information may change as more facts are confirmed.
