Fire crews remain at the scene of a building fire in east Suffolk. 

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service received reports of the blaze in the area of Sutton Heath at 2pm this afternoon (Tuesday).

Engines including crews from Ipswich and Woodbridge were immediately sent to the scene.

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Upon arrival, crews requested additional resources including an aerial ladder platform, a water carrier and a command support unit.

A spokesman for the fire service said: "Our crews remain at the scene and we anticipate a number of appliances will remain into the night."

Local roads remain closed with drivers advised to avoid the area.