THE A66 is closed in both directions at Baron's Hill near Penrith due to a collision.
Emergency services are at the scene.
According to Cumbria Police, the closure may remain in place for a number of hours.
They urged motorists to avoid the area.
UPDATE: 90-year-old man taken to hospital with 'life threatening' injuries after crash
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