A road in west Suffolk has been closed after a fire broke out in a field.

Mildenhall police said on Twitter Heringswell Road, in Kennett, would be shut as fire crews tackle the blaze.

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service crews were dispatched to a field off Heringswell Road shortly before 2pm on Friday.

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Six fire crews from stations across Suffolk and Cambridgeshire are in attendance.

Drivers are urged to avoid the area while the incident is ongoing.