A MAIN road in Flintshire has been closed by police following a crash. 

North Wales Police have confirmed that an RTC has occurred on Chester Road, Hawarden between the turnings for Rake Lane and Station Road. 

The road has been closed by police, who say it will remain closed "for a while". 

Members of the public and motorists have been asked to avoid the area. Traffic is starting to build in the area. 

A spokesperson for North Wales Police said:" Following a road traffic collision on Chester Road, Hawarden - between turnings for Rake Lane and Station Road, Sandycroft - the road is currently shut and will be for a while.

"Please avoid the area for the time being. Thank you in advance for your co-operation."