At approximately 4.18pm, East Sussex Fire Service received an urgent call reporting smoke emanating from a derelict building situated on Havelock Road, Hastings. In response to the alarming situation, ten fire appliances, including an Aerial Ladder Platform (ALP), have been dispatched to the scene.
Photo – Simon Offen
The extent of the fire’s intensity prompted firefighting crews to take immediate action, donning breathing apparatus (BA) and utilizing four BA sets. They are also employing one main jet and foam to tackle the blaze and contain its spread effectively.
Given the severity of the incident, authorities have issued an advisory for the public to avoid the immediate vicinity if at all possible. As a precautionary measure, residents in the surrounding areas are urged to keep their windows and doors closed to prevent smoke from infiltrating their homes and potentially posing health hazards.
As of now, there have been no reports of injuries or casualties.
The cause of the fire and the extent of the damage to the derelict building are yet to be determined, and investigators will begin their assessment once the fire is fully extinguished.
Updates on the incident will be provided as soon as additional information becomes available.
