Two people have been killed in a suspected explosion at an industrial estate in England.

The men, one aged in his 50s and one in his 20s, both thought to work at the premises in Hellesdon, Norfolk died at the scene of the incident, which happened shortly after 9am.

No-one else needed medical attention.

Initial reports suggested an explosion had taken place at the unit on Spar Road.

The suspected blast is understood to have happened in the paintshop area of a warehouse run by Harford Attachments, which makes buckets for diggers.

Smoke could be seen rising from the scene, which was attended by the emergency services, including the air ambulance.

Surrounding roads remained closed to traffic.

Norfolk Police said in a statement: "Officers can confirm that two people have sadly died at the scene of an industrial incident which happened earlier this morning (Monday) in Hellesdon."

"Initial reports from the scene suggested an explosion had taken place."