A66 remains closed following serious collision near Penrith

Emergency services are currently responding to a serious road traffic collision on the A66 near Penrith.

The collision was reported to police at 6:17pm today (22 October) and occurred on the westbound carriageway near Highgate Farm. 

The A66 has been closed in both directions between Rheged and Keswick. 

Motorists are asked to avoid the area.