A47 closed in both directions by vehicle fire

Image source, Darren Stone

Image caption, Police and other emergency services are at the scene

Part of a major road in Norfolk has been closed in both directions by a vehicle fire.

Emergency services are at the scene on the A47 on the Acle Straight, between Great Yarmouth and Acle.

Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to the incident at 17:30 BST.

A National Highways spokesperson said Norfolk Police was leading the response, and a recovery team and contractors were en route to assist.

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