Fire between Portsmouth and Chichester leads to large emergency response

A fire between Portsmouth and Chichester has led to a large emergency response.

By James Butler

Published 14th Sep 2020, 18:00 BST

Updated 14th Sep 2020, 19:38 BST

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At around 5.30pm today (September 14), West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said its firefighters were 'currently attending a fire at a property on West Ashling Road, Hambrook'.

Four fire engines and a water carrier are on the scene.

West Ashling Road was closed between Newells Lane and Cheesemans Lane, with the public told to avoid the area if possible.

In a tweet, the fire service said: "If you live nearby, please keep windows and doors closed."

Click here for the update.

Fire Portsmouth West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service Hambrook