One person rescued from car following crash on M55 near Kirkham

Firefighters rescued one person who became trapped in their car after a crash on the M55 near Kirkham.

Three fire engines from Wesham, South Shore and Blackpool rushed to the scene of a collision on the M55 westbound between junctions 3 (Wesham Interchange) and 4 (Marton Interchange) today (November 11).

One person who became trapped in their vehicle following the crash - which occurred shortly after 4.40am - was rescued by firefighters.

They were then treated by paramedics at the scene.

Three fire engines from Wesham, South Shore and Blackpool rushed to the scene.placeholder image
Three fire engines from Wesham, South Shore and Blackpool rushed to the scene.

North West Ambulance Service have been approached for further comment.

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