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Man, 75, cut free after lorry crash closes A1071 at Hintlesham in both directions

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Firefighters had to cut a 75-year-old man free from his lorry after a crash between two HGVs near Hintlesham Fisheries on Tuesday morning.

The big picture: The A1071 has been closed in both directions following the collision, which happened at 10:05 today, to recover the two lorries. Motorists are advised there will be delays and are advised to find alternate routes.

Key details:

  • Two fire engines from Ipswich East and Princes Street stations attended the scene

  • The injured man was handed into the care of ambulance crews

  • Police are also in attendance

  • The crash happened near the entrance to Hintlesham Fisheries

What's next: The road remains closed while emergency services deal with the incident. Drivers should avoid the area and find alternative routes.

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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.

Two fire crews at the scene
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.

Burnt remains of a bedroom
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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