Two people have died following a house fire in Lidgate.

Police were contacted by the Fire Service at 12.15pm today, Tuesday 7 May, following reports of multiple explosions at a property in The Street.

The building has sustained significant structural damage and utility companies have attended the area to ensure the safety of local residents.

The cause of the explosions is currently unknown and a joint police and fire investigation into this incident is now taking place.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Suffolk Police on 101 quoting reference CAD 122 of 7 May.