Woman taken to hospital after Earl Stonham fire

The fire is in the roof space and a first-floor room

Crews on scene at Earl Stonham
Author: Sian RochePublished 23rd Jun 2023
Last updated 23rd Jun 2023

A woman has been taken to hospital after a house fire in Earl Stonham, which forced the closure of the A140.

It's affected traffic between Needham Market and Mendlesham.

Suffolk Fire and Rescue say 10 engines were called to the scene on Norwich Road this morning.

They tell us the fire is in the roof space and a first-floor room.

Crews have used breathing apparatus, hose reel jets and a covering jet to fight the fire.

They're urging people to avoid the area, and advising nearby residents to keep doors and windows closed

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