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Preston Road in Grimsargh re-opens after a fire

Posted on - 26th February, 2024 - 3:43pm | Author - | Posted in - Grimsargh, Longridge, Preston News, Ribble Valley News, Ribbleton, Roads, Transport
A stretch of Preston Road had been shut due to emergency services Pic: Google

A major route between Longridge and Preston had been closed due to a fire.

Preston Road in Grimsargh was shut due to a fire between Lindale Avenue, just beyond Grimsargh Village Hall, and Elston Lane.

Emergency services were called shortly before 3pm on Monday (26 February).

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Preston Police have officers on the scene and Blog Preston has contacted Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service for more information.

Police re-opened the road around 3.40pm on Monday.

Three-way traffic lights at the junction of Whittingham Lane with Preston Road near Grimsargh Green had already been causing disruption throughout Monday.

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