On the morning of Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024, at approximately 3.25am, the East Sussex Fire...

Published: 4:48 pm January 6, 2024
Updated: 11:38 am October 8, 2025
The Importance of Working Smoke Alarms: A House Fire Highlights the Need for Proper Maintenance

On the morning of Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024, at approximately 3.25am, the East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service responded to a fire alert at a residence in Lansdown Place, Lewes.

The fire, which originated from embers under garden decking that were thought to be extinguished, managed to spread to the house. Fortunately, the installed smoke alarms quickly alerted the residents, allowing them to evacuate safely and ensuring a rapid response from the emergency services.

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