Photos of large fire in Newhaven: appliances from Roedean, Seaford, Lewes, Hove, Eastbourne, Barcombe, Brighton and Uckfield attend blaze

East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service have confirmed that the fire was at a car garage on Quarry Road.

Their initial statement during the early hours of this morning (Saturday, February 18) said: “Eight fire appliances, including the High Volume Pump, are at the incident. Local residents should keep doors and windows closed. Please avoid the area.”

An updated statement later in the morning said crews were called to the fire at 11.38pm on Friday.

An ESFRS spokesperson said: “At the height of the incident fire appliances from Newhaven, Roedean, Seaford, Lewes, Hove, Eastbourne, Barcombe, Brighton Preston Circus and Uckfield were in attendance. As of 6am three appliances remain on the scene.”

This story will be updated as more information comes in.

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