FIREFIGHTERS have tackled a blaze in the chimney of a property

A crew of firefighters from the town were called just before 7pm tonight to an address in Starre Road, Bury St Edmunds.

They used specialist gear to bring the fire under control but required assistance from another engine and called for support at about 7.25pm.

Together, the crews were able to extinguish the flames shortly after 7.50pm.