Investigation launched following house fire in Brighton

At the height of the blaze, six fire engines were in attendance

Author: Jo SymesPublished 15th Nov 2023

An investigation has been launched into the cause of a house fire in Brighton.

East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service was called at 3.03pm yesterday ( Tuesday 14 November) to reports of a fire in a roof at a house on Hawkhurst Road, Brighton.

As of 15.25, six fire engines, an aerial ladder platform and several officers have been sent to the scene.

Crews are using breathing apparatus while tackling the fire.

Members of the public were asked to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed against the smoke.

There are no reports of injuries.

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