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Drivers warned to avoid A14 after serious collision

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Motorists are being advised to find alternative routes following a serious crash that has closed the westbound A14 between Stowmarket and Haughley.

Emergency services are at the scene of the collision between a car and an HGV, which occurred at 23:41 on Thursday, 20 February.

The westbound carriageway is closed between junction 50 (Stowmarket) and junction 49 (Haughley) and is expected to remain shut for several hours.

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Quick fire crew response prevents Spring Road blaze from spreading

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Firefighters raced to a home on Spring Road earlier this morning to tackle a bedroom blaze, successfully stopping flames from spreading to the roof.

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Two crews attended the sceneSFRS

The occupant was alerted to the fire and woken up by their smoke alarm, allowing them to safely exit the property and call Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service quickly.

Firefighters from Princes Street and Ipswich East fire stations were on scene within minutes of being called at 10.18am. The incident was closed at 12.40pm.

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Firefighters stressed the importance of closing bedroom doors at nightSFRS

Two crews responded to the incident.

The fire is believed to have been caused by an electrical appliance. Residents can find more information about fire safety in their homes through Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service's safety guidance.

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