Road collision near Scarborough prompts warning by North Yorkshire Police to drivers to avoid the area

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North Yorkshire Police are urging motorists to avoid the A170 west of Scarborough after a road accident.

The police are warning drivers to expect traffic disruption on the route at Brompton by Sawdon after a collision involving two cars and a lorry.

North Yorkshire Police say they are on the scene.

They issued a statement to drivers saying: "Please avoid the area while we work at the scene, and find alternative routes for your journeys."