Crews tackle blaze at Brighton home

Fire crews have been called to deal with a fire in the roof of a Brighton home.
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Emergency services have been called to Longhill Road following reports of a fire.

Reports first came in at around 1.30pm today (Sunday, March 13). The road has been closed while crews from Roedean, Preston Circus and Newhaven work together to stop the flames.

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East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service has now stood down from the scene and said no injuries have been reported.

Fire crews at the scene this afternoon. Picture by Eddie MitchellFire crews at the scene this afternoon. Picture by Eddie Mitchell
Fire crews at the scene this afternoon. Picture by Eddie Mitchell

In a statement this afternoon, a spokesman for East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: "East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is in attendance at a fire at a home in Longhill Road, Brighton.

"We were called at 13.34 today. As of 14.30 we have crews from Roedean, Preston Circus and Newhaven on scene along with the aerial ladder platform from Brighton and the Command Support Unit from Lewes.

"The fire is affecting the roof of the three storey building.

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"Crews are using breathing apparatus as well as jets and an thermal imaging camera.

Damage to the roof of the house. Picture by Eddie MitchellDamage to the roof of the house. Picture by Eddie Mitchell
Damage to the roof of the house. Picture by Eddie Mitchell

"Police are assisting with the road closure and local buses are on diversion. There are no reports of injuries."