Police were warning motorists to avoid a town’s main road due to a fallen tree.

Officers had been on the scene in Mundford Road, in Thetford, since 10am dealing with the tree which is blocking a lane.

On Twitter Breckland Police said: “Thetford team are currently dealing with a fallen tree which has partially blocked Mundford Rd, Thetford. Please avoid the area if possible.”

Mundford Road links the south of the town to the A11 and passes through its industrial district with frequent lorry deliveries.

The road was re-opened at about 12.30pm.

Check the EDP’s live traffic map before you travel.