A woman is being rushed to the hospital after being hit by a car Thursday night.

It happened at 7:03 pm along Route 16 near the Department of Revenue and Taxation in Barrigada Heights.

The woman believed to be in her 30's to early 40's suffered serious injuries, according to Guam Fire Department spokesperson Lt. Nick Garrido.

"CPR is currently being conducted on the patient and they are transporting to GRMC," said Garrido.

Officers with the Guam Police Department are on scene investigating.

Drivers are being asked to take an alternate route, as northbound lanes are closed off.

Traffic will be delayed at this time, according to GPD spokesperson officer Berlyn Savella.

Highway Patrol Division was activated to the scene to investigate.