LIVE: Huge emergency response after car goes into canal - latest updates

A road has been closed after a car has gone into the canal in Stretford. Police, firefighters and ambulance are on Edge Lane following reports of the incident this morning.

According to GMP, a vehicle crashed into a van before going into the Bridgewater Way canal which is just off the main road. The driver has been safely removed and will be taken to hospital as a precaution.

Commuters are able to use the Stretford Metrolink stop which is near to the incident, however, the park and ride will be closed until Edge Lane is reopened.

A GMP spokesperson said: "A car has crashed into a van and then has gone into the canal. The driver has been safely removed from the car and water and will be taken to hospital as a precaution."

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) says: "Pedestrians can access the Stretford Metrolink stop, however the Park and Ride will not be accessible until Edge Lane reopens."

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This is what it looks like at the scene.

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) says: "Pedestrians can access the Stretford Metrolink stop, however the Park and Ride will not be accessible until Edge Lane reopens."

Our reporter Chris Slater is currently at the scene, he will be providing you with live updates soon.

According to GMP, a vehicle crashed into a van before going into the Bridgewater Way canal which is just off the main road. The driver has been safely removed and will be taken to hospital as a precaution.

Commuters are able to use the Stretford Metrolink stop which is near to the incident, however, the park and ride will be closed until Edge Lane is reopened.