EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Crews in East Providence are working to put out a brush fire that broke out Friday morning.

Police said the fire is in the wooded area of Veterans Memorial Parkway and South Broadway.

As a result, the intersections of Pawtucket Avenue and Veterans Memorial Parkway, as well as Veterans Memorial Parkway and South Broadway, are currently closed.

Motorists are urged to avoid the area.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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