Blaze at Partridge Green Industrial Unit Doused by Firefighters
West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service sprang into action on Monday, January 22, after a fire broke out at an industrial unit on Star Road, Partridge Green. The alarm was raised just before 4.40pm, prompting a swift response.
Rapid Response from Fire Crews
A West Sussex Fire & Rescue spokesperson confirmed: “We were called to reports of a fire at an industrial unit on Star Road at 4.39pm on Monday 22 January.”
Firefighters quickly mobilised, sending two engines from Horsham, and one each from Steyning and Partridge Green to battle the blaze.
Firefighters Use High-Pressure Hoses to Extinguish Blaze
On arrival, crews donned breathing apparatus and unleashed four high-pressure hose reels along with a jet to tackle the flames. Their efficient efforts brought the fire under control and extinguished it completely.
Cause and Clean-Up
The fire is thought to have started accidentally. Firefighters stayed on site, using thermal imaging cameras to hunt for any hidden hotspots and ensure the fire was fully out. They finally stood down at 6.33pm after thorough damping down.
This quick and coordinated response prevented what could have been a much bigger disaster at the industrial estate.
