A busy countryside road is closed following a crash this morning.

Police have warned the A6068 in Higham is closed from Guide Lane to Higham Hall Road due to the crash.

Officers have asked drivers to find alternative routes and avoid the area.

A police spokesperson said: "We currently have a road closure due to a road traffic collision on Barrowford Road, Padiham.

"The road is closed from Guide Lane to Higham Hall Road.

"Please find alternative routes whilst travelling.

"We will provide an update once the road has reopened, thank you."

A spokesperson for AA Traffic added: "Road closed and slow traffic due to crash on A6068 Barrowford Road both ways from Guide Lane to Foxen Dole Lane."

Lancashire Police have confirmed it is a damage-only crash and thus did not provide further information.