Tree brings down village powerline

Crews were called to the incident in Marlpost, Southwater, near the junction with Bonfire Hill, at 11.15am.

A spokesman for the fire service said no-one was injured and firefighters cordoned off the area.

Drivers are being asked to avoid the area

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