Lightning strike sets house roof on fire

A house in a West Sussex village caught fire after being struck by lightning.

Fire crews were called to the property on School Close, Fittleworth, shortly before 15:00 BST on Wednesday, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service said.

A spokesperson added that the incident had been "scaled back" but firefighters were "expected to remain on scene for the time being".

No casualties have been reported.

"Residents are urged to continue to avoid the area to allow firefighters to work safely," the fire service added.