*UPDATE: The road has now reopened*

A road in Salterforth is closed after a tree fell on a car.

Kelbrook Road, between the junctions of Barnoldswick Road and Salterforth Lane, is currently closed.

Police have urged motorists to find alternative routes and avoid the area if possible.

Officer say no one has been injured but said the road is blocked.

This comes as Storm Pia batters Lancashire, bringing 60mph winds to the county. 

A police spokesperson said: “We are currently at the scene of a road closure on Kelbrook Road, Salterforth, between the junctions of Barnoldswick Road and Salterforth Lane.

"A tree fell on a car. There are no injuries but it is blocking the road.

“Please find alternative routes and avoid the area if possible.

“We will update you once this has reopened.”A tree fell on a car. No injuries but it is blocking the road."

A spokesperson for the fire service said: "There is a yellow weather warning in place across Lancashire today for high winds,

"Please allow extra time for travelling, high winds can impact your steering, especially in high-sided vehicles or lightweight vehicles like motorbikes.

"Slow down, be aware of side winds and be particularly conscious of the dangers posed by debris that may have blown into the road."