The junction onto the A595 from the A596 has been closed in both directions at the Lillyhall roundabout, near to Dobies Garage, following a serious road traffic collision involving two vehicle.
Police were called to the incident at 5:11pm today (15th April).
A Cumbria Police spokesman said: “The road will remain closed whilst emergency services attend the scene and clear the road.
“Congestion is likely in the area and road users should use an alternative routes, or a different junction onto the A595.”