The A590 south of Newby Bridge was closed for several hours as emergency services dealt with a road traffic collision.
The incident, which occurred yesterday afternoon, saw the road closed between Newby Bridge and Greenodd, police said, and they added: “It is expected to be shut for hours.”
Diversions were in place via the A592 but drivers were urged to avoid the area where possible.
It was reported that the air ambulance was in attendance.