The pilot of a military airplane has escaped with minor injuries after crashing into a field.
Emergency services were called to the incident at around 3.30pm this afternoon near Broadgate in Weston Hills, Lincolnshire.
A statement from Lincolnshire Police said: “The plane has come down in an isolated rural area and no premises have been affected.
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“A cordon has been put in place and the public are advised to avoid the area as the plane is alight and the fumes may be hazardous."
A force spokesman said the pilot appeared to have escaped with “very minor injury” and left the scene by helicopter.
He added: "The pilot ejected and is safe."
The area is said to be a popular spot for military training.
A force spokesman said they were alerted by members of the public.
