Shrubland destroyed in Southwater blaze

Shrubland was destroyed when fire broke out in a field in Southwater last night (April 27).

By Sarah Page

Published 28th Apr 2022, 11:41 BST

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A fire crew spent around an hour making sure the blaze in Shaws Lane was out before leaving the scene at around 7.45pm.

A spokesperson for West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service said: “Joint Fire Control mobilised one fire engine and an off-road vehicle from Horsham to the scene.

“Upon arrival crews found approximately 30 square metres of shrubland well alight.

West Sussex Fire and Rescue. Pic Steve Robards SR1817300 SUS-180108-084305001

“Firefighters used beaters to surround the fire and put it out.

“The cause of the fire is unknown.”

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