A road in East Lancashire is closed due to an oil spillage.

Police have warned that Rochdale Road in Bacup is closed while they help Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service with the spillage.

It is expected the road will be closed "for some time."

Bus services through Bacup are diverting via New Line and Park Road during the closure.

A police spokesperson said: "We’re currently at the scene of a road closure on Rochdale Road in Bacup.

"The road is closed whilst we assist Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service with an oil spillage. We anticipate this will be closed for some time.

"Thank you in advance for your patience."