Police and UK Power Networks on scene of A148 East Rudham road closure after tree crashes into line causing power cuts

Residents are experiencing disruption on the roads and in their homes in parts of West Norfolk as a fallen tree has brought down a village power line.

Officers were called to the A148 Lynn Road in East Rudham this morning following reports of a tree crashing into a cable and blocking one lane of the carriageway.

The incident has caused power cuts in the village as well as West Rudham, Tattersett, Bircham Newton, Docking, South Creake, Burnham Market, Burnham Deepdale and Brancaster.

In addition to this, Lynx bus has confirmed disruptions to its 49/49A routes which run from Lynn to Fakenham, announcing it is not able to serve Great Massingham, Harpley, East Rudham or West Rudham until further notice.

On social media, the company said: “Please accept our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused.”

Officials from UK Power Networks are on the scene with police and the power is expected to be back on by 2.30pm - 3.30pm.

A diversion route through Swaffham has been put in place while the road remains closed.