Angel Hotel Blaze: Four Fire Engines Battle Flames in Midhurst
West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service remain on the scene of the Angel Hotel fire on North Street, Midhurst. Four fire engines are still tackling the blaze as crews continue their all-day fight to control the flames.
Relief Crews Join Firefighters in Overnight Battle
Relief teams have been rotating throughout the day, working tirelessly to extinguish every last ember. Firefighters are set to remain on-site well into the evening and overnight to prevent any flare-ups.
Displaced Residents Get Support and New Lodging
Those affected by the fire have been offered alternative accommodation and vital support from West Sussex County Council and partner agencies. The loss of the Angel Hotel shocks the local community, as the landmark was a familiar sight.
Road Closures and Ongoing Investigation
North Street remains closed to traffic, with diversions in place. Drivers are urged to avoid the area and comply with road closures. Preliminary probes show no suspicious activity linked to the fire, but investigations continue.
“We are saddened at the loss of such a familiar landmark within the town and what this loss will mean to the local community,” said a West Sussex Fire & Rescue spokesperson.
