Update: The road has now reopened.
The Grane Road has been closed due to a crash.
Police and other emergency services have been called to the Grane Road, close to the Grey Mare pub, following a crash earlier this afternoon (October 11).
A spokesperson for the police said: "We are currently at the scene of a road closure on the Grane Road.
"The road is closed due to a road traffic collision near to the Grey Mare pub.
"Please find alternative routes and avoid the area if possible.
"We will update you once this has reopened."
It is not clear how many vehicles were involved in the crash nor if anyone has been seriously injured as a result.
***ROAD CLOSED***
— BwD Police (@BlackburnPolice) October 11, 2023
We are currently at the scene of a road closure on the Grane Road.
The road is closed due to a road traffic collision near to the Grey Mare Pub.
Please find alternative routes and avoid the area if possible.
We will update you once this has reopened. pic.twitter.com/2Qu1RAVaif
A spokesperson for the fire service said: "Two fire engines from Blackburn attended a road traffic collision on Elton Road in Belthorn.
"Firefighters used Holmatro equipment to release one person who was taken to hospital by North West Ambulance Service.
"Crews were in attendance for 1 hour and 35 minutes."
Lancashire Police have been contacted for comment.
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