A TRUCK crash has closed Bulli Pass this afternoon.

The RMS advise that the road will be closed until later this evening and to avoid the area.

Emergency services were called to the crash about 3.30pm today to find an intense fire, with powerlines down.

Fortunately the driver escaped serious injury.

FRNSW crews in attendance included Thirroul, Bulli, Corrimal and Wollongong.

Also in attendance was NSW Police Force and NSW Ambulance.

Motorists are advised to use Mount Ousley Road or Lawrence Hargrave Drive as alternative routes. Emergency services, RMS crews and a tow truck are at the scene working to salvage the truck.

There is no forecast as to when the road will reopen.