AN investigation has been launched after an unidentified substance was spilled on a main road in Flintshire.

A Connah's Quay resident told the Leader they spotted a lot of 'blue liquid' on the main road through Queensferry and Shotton, including up to the Asda Roundabout, on Tuesday afternoon.

It has now been confirmed the substance is being investigated in the above areas and in Pentre by council officers and colleagues from Natural Resources Wales.

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A spokesman for the council said: "We are aware of a spillage and the site has been inspected. 

"We are currently working closely with Natural Resources Wales to try and identify the blue substance. 

"Once identified, the appropriate safety measures including clean-up will be carried out."

Elizabeth Felton, NRW Environment Team Leader for Flintshire, said: “We have received reports of pollution on Chester Road in Pentre, Flintshire.

“NRW officers have been on site and are liaising with the local authority.

“If anyone suspects a pollution incident near them, please report it to our 24-hour incident line on 03000 65 3000 or by using our online report it form.”