Emergency services are currently battling a massive fire that erupted at the Osborne View Hotel in Lee-on-the-Solent early this morning.
The blaze broke out around 2:30 am, and approximately 60 firefighters from around 10 crews are on the scene to tackle the inferno. Flames have soared as high as 20 feet into the air, creating a challenging situation for emergency responders.
Several roads in the vicinity, including Old Street, Solent Road, Osborne Road, and Knightsbank Road, have been closed as a precautionary measure. Residents in nearby properties have been advised to keep their doors and windows shut due to the thick smoke billowing from the fire.
Pictures from the scene depict the extensive devastation caused by the fire, with the hotel engulfed in flames and smoke.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and updates will be provided as the situation develops.
