Fire at Eastbourne business
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East Sussex Fire & Rescue (ESFRS) was called to a fire at Choice Vehicle Hire on Faraday Close at 11.30pm.
Four fire engines attended from Eastbourne, Hailsham and Seaford to tackle the flames, the fire service has said.
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Hide AdESFRS says no-one was injured and the fire is being treated as accidental - an electrical lead which had not been turned off had been stored in a coiled position.
In response to this, ESFRS has reminded businesses to follow fire safety measures:
• Ensure you have an up to date risk assessment which identifies risks and fire safety measures
• Make sure these measures are put in place and reviewed on a regular basis
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Hide Ad• Ensure all staff are trained in how to prevent a fire and what to do if there is an emergency
For more information, including free online business safety training resources, go to: https://www.esfrs.org/business-safety/