Live: A39 blocked in both directions after rush hour crash

Air ambulance at scene of serious A39 crash

An air ambulance has been called out to a serious collision on the A39, Avon and Somerset Police have said. The crash has invovled a car and a lorry carrying livestock.

The road has been closed in both direction and is likely to remain shut for some time. Motorists have been asked to take alternative routes.

A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: “The A39 is shut in both directions following a collision between a car and a lorry carrying livestock.

“The collision, between Fiddington and Cannington, was reported at 6.35am this morning (Monday 7 August).

“Emergency services and the air ambulance are at the scene.

“The road closure is due to be in place for some time and therefore we’d advise motorists to seek an alternative route.”