A WOMAN has been taken to hospital after she was hit by a car in rush hour traffic.

Emergency services were called to the accident on Vivary Way in Colne at around 8.15 this morning and the road remains closed.

A woman in her 70s, believed to have been struck by a car, has been taken to the Royal Preston Hospital with head injuries.

A police spokesman said: “We have had to close Vivary Way in Colne due to a serious road traffic collision on it. Please be aware if you are travelling today and we will let you know once it is reopened. Thank you for your patience.”