Avon Fire and Rescue were called to Bristol city centre this morning (April 5) after a seagull became trapped in netting.

Baldwin Street was closed in both directions shortly after 9am, causing heavy delays in the area.

The road was closed from St Augustine's Parade to Marsh Street.

The fire service confirmed they were called to assist the RSPCA with a rescue.

A picture from the scene showed a turntable ladder being used in the operation.

The city centre was brought to a standstill as Bristolians stopped to watch the firefighters at work.

They cheered when the bird was successfully brought down from the netting and the road was reopened at around 9.45am.

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