A main road in West Cumbria has now reopened following a crash .

Police were called out to a two vehicle accident on the A596 near Flimby at about 1.50pm this afternoon.

The road was closed as emergency services dealt with the incident.

The two vehicles involved were a silver Vauxhall Astra and a silver Citroen Relay van.

The driver of the Astra was taken to hospital but no serious injuries have been reported at this time.

The road has now been re-opened.