PHOTOS: First cars travel down A591

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The road has now re-opened. Credit: ITV Border

The flood-hit A591 has now re-opened, connecting the north and south of the Lake District.

Local people were quick to drive the route.

The road has now re-opened. Credit: ITV Border

  • The major road was opened with a ceremony from Cumbria County Council and Rory Stewart MP

The opening ceremony. Credit: ITV Border