A MAN was airlifted to hospital after suffering suspected major chest trauma in Rawtenstall.

He was taken to Blackpool Victoria Hospital from Brynbella Drive at around noon today.

A spokesman for the North West Air Ambulance said it was a medical incident and the man was still receiving care.

He said: "A man in his 30s was airlifted to hospital after suspected major trauma.

"He suffered suspected chest injuries and is still receiving treatment."