East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (ESFRS) responded to a fire on Eastbourne Pier at...

Published: 4:05 am August 12, 2023
Updated: 8:22 am October 8, 2025
ESFRS responds to fire alert at historic Eastbourne Pier – UKNIP

East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (ESFRS) responded to a fire on Eastbourne Pier at 12:41 PM today.

Crews swiftly contained the flames, which affected decking and joists, using a hose reel.

By 1:22 PM, firefighters were ensuring no remnants of the fire persisted. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported.

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