TRAFFIC is building on the A38 this morning, Wednesday, December 3, following a collision on the eastbound carriageway.

The crash, first reported at around 8.45am, occurred between the A384 and B3352 turn-offs.

As such, the section of the A38 between Buckfast and Ashburton is partially blocked.

Slow-moving traffic is building, with motorists being advised to avoid the area and find an alternate route if possible.

Emergency services are at the scene, the Mid-Devon Advertiser understands.

• This is a breaking news story and will be updated in due course.