Person seriously injured in truck-car crash in Exeter

One person has suffered serious injuries following an accident between a truck and a car north of Launceston this afternoon.

Emergency services were called to the collision on Main Road in Exeter, near the pharmacy, before 3pm on Tuesday.

Police say the person, who was an occupant of one of the vehicles, is in serious condition, but no other injuries have been reported.

The road is currently closed in both directions between Frankford Road and Gravelly Beach Road while investigations continue.

Motorists are advised to approach the area with caution or seek an alternative route if possible.