A three vehicle crash closed the A19 this afternoon (Tuesday).
Emergency services were called to the serious collision, close to Eggborough Power Station, involving three vans, at about 2pm.
North Yorkshire Police said on Facebook at 2.59pm: “The road is likely to be closed for some time.
“Please avoid the area whilst emergency services respond.”
The incident led to congestion back to Selby.
The road has now reopened.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Crews from Selby responded to a report of a three-vehicle road traffic collision involving three vans.
“Crews made the scene safe and assisted with first aid before leaving the casualties in the care of ambulance crews.
“The incident was left in the hands of the police.”