Eastbourne: Fire in basement of building in Grand Parade

Crews from East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service were called to Grand Parade in Eastbourne yesterday, February 22, at 9.53pm. 

Smoke was reported to be coming from the basement of a property and a small fire was extinguished. 

An investigation is due to take place.

Crews at the scene (Image: Sussex News and Pictures) Pictures show fire crews and engines at the scene. 

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A spokeswoman for East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: “At 9.53pm on February 22, we were called to reports of smoke coming from the basement of a property on Grand Parade, Eastbourne.

“Two appliances attended and crews extinguished a small fire.

“An investigation will take place to determine the cause of the fire.”