*UPDATE: The road has now reopened*

The police have issued a travel warning after closing a road in East Lancashire.

Haslingden’s Grane Road is currently closed from the Holden Arms, at the junction of Holcombe Road to the M65 in Blackburn.

Police have urged motorists to avoid the area and plan their route accordingly.

Police have been approached for more details about the road closure. We will update you once it is back open.

A police spokesperson said: “Good morning, the Grane Road is currently closed from the Holden Arms at the junction of Holcombe Road to the M65 in Blackburn.

“Please avoid the area and plan your route accordingly.”