Early Morning Blaze Forces Hotel Evacuation in Midhurst
Emergency services rushed to a hotel fire on North Street, Midhurst, at 1:08am on Thursday, 16 March. Over 30 guests were safely evacuated from the building, avoiding what could have been a disaster.
Relief Centre Opens as Smoke Blankets Midhurst
A relief centre has been set up in Midhurst for those displaced by the fire. Residents are urged to keep windows and doors shut due to a large smoke plume hanging over the area.
Road Closures and Emergency Response Efforts
North Street remains closed for the foreseeable future, causing travel disruptions. Commuters should plan alternative routes. Firefighters from Surrey, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Services, along with South East Coast Ambulance Service, continue to battle the blaze.
Official Update from Fire Command
Area Manager Richard Abbot has given a full briefing on the incident. For more details, watch the attached video update.
