Car crash on Blackpool road blocks traffic in both directions near Devonshire Primary School

The crash happened on Devonshire Road at the junction with Caunce Street at around 1.15pm.

Heavy traffic was building in the area and bus services diverted their routes to avoid the congestion, but the road has since reopened.

North West Ambulance Service confirmed they were called to the scene but no injuries were reported.

In an earlier statement, a spokesman for Blackpool Transport said: "Due to an accident outside Devonshire Road School the service 6 will be diverted.

"Using Talbot Road in both directions. During this there will no be no service on Caunce Street and Layton Road."

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service has been approached for comment.

Two people were taken to hospital following a car crash in Devonshire Road on Thursday, February 18.

Two ambulances, a scene commander, a land vehicle from the air ambulance and two fire engines from Blackpool were all sent to the incident.

One of the casualties was reportedly cut free from their vehicle, according to eyewitness reports, but their injuries are not thought to be serious.

The road was closed for nearly two hours while emergency services assessed the damage and made the scene safe, reopening at around 1.30pm.

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