A MAIN road in Flintshire is closed due to a 'police incident'. 

Traffic Wales have reported that the A494 is closed in both directions while police deal with an incident. 

The road closure is in place between Drome Corner and Deeside Park. 

A North Wales Police spokesperson said: "Due to an incident on the A494, the stretch of the A494 passing by Garden City and the A548 Bridge over the A494 are currently closed. Please avoid the area."

Delays are likely and motorists have been told to find alternative routes. Heavy traffic is starting to build in the area. 

The road reopened shortly before 1.10pm, but heavy traffic remains in the area.