A major fire alert rocked Brighton’s seafront in the early hours, sending a flurry of emergency crews to a hotel near the Hilton Brighton Metropole.
Chaos on Kings Road
At 2:17am, reports of a blaze triggered a full-scale emergency response on Kings Road. East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service rushed to the scene, immediately evacuating the property as a precaution.
Firefighters Mobilised in Full Force
- 10 fire engines
- Command unit
- Aerial ladder platform
- Seven fire officers
Brave crews scoured the premises looking for signs of fire. Thankfully, by 3:02am, the incident was declared a false alarm with no injuries.
Cause of Alarm Unknown
The reason behind the early morning scare remains a mystery as investigations continue.