Large blaze breaks out at Burgess Hill industrial estate
Huge plumes of smoke can be seen for miles around
Last updated 19th Jun 2023
A large fire has broken out at an industrial estate in Burgess Hill this evening (Monday 19th June)
Currently, 10 fire crews from across West and East Sussex are on the scene in Consort Way
The fire service was called at 2.58pm to reports of a fire involving an industrial unit.
A number of neighbouring buildings have been evacuated.
Huge plumes of smoke can be seen for miles around.
People are being asked to avoid the area. Those living and working nearby are being asked to keep their windows and doors closed.
A spokesperson for West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service said: “We were called at 2.58pm to reports of a fire involving an industrial unit on Consort Way in Burgess Hill.
“Joint Fire Control has mobilised fire engines from Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Partridge Green, Hurstpierpoint and Worthing to the scene along with crews from East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service.
“We would ask people to avoid the area to allow firefighters to work safely to bring this fire under control.
“A number of neighbouring buildings have been safely evacuated.
“There is a significant amount of smoke in the area. If you live nearby please keep your doors and windows closed while this incident is ongoing.”