Eight people in hospital after inhaling fumes

The East of England Ambulance Service assessed 20 people at a commercial property on Brunel Way, Thetford

Eight people have been taken to hospital after inhaling fumes.

Emergency services were called at 08:15 GMT to a commercial property on Brunel Way in Thetford, Norfolk, following a chemical leak.

The East of England Ambulance Service said 20 people were assessed at the scene and seven women and one man were transported to West Suffolk Hospital for further care.

"The eight transported patients were for minor injuries and also for further assessment and care," said an ambulance spokesman.

Four ambulances, four paramedic cars and three hazardous area response team vehicles were sent to the scene, following reports of people feeling unwell.

Norfolk Police and fire crews from Thetford, Sprowston and East Harling also attended.

The fire service said it was called to a chemical leak at the address and there was "no explosion".

Crews left the scene shortly after 11:00.

The Health and Safety Executive said it was aware of the incident and was making inquiries.