An air ambulance has been called to a crash on the A47, which has closed the road in both directions.

Drivers are facing long delays after a collision on the road near Hockering at around 5.17pm this evening [Monday, February 21].

It has been closed from Mattishall Lane to Fox Lane.

Norfolk police and two fire crews from Dereham are also at the scene.

They are currently working to release a person from a vehicle.

Injuries are currently unknown.

It is affecting traffic between Norwich and Dereham. Diversions are in place.

UPDATE: The road has now reopened.

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