West Sussex fire: Photos show billowing smoke as multiple crews respond to incident near Chichester

A fire broke out in West Sussex overnight, sparking a large emergency response.

As many as eight fire engines were reportedly called to Priors Leaze Lane, Chidham, near Chichester, after an emergency call around 10pm on Sunday (March 26).

Local photographer Eddie Mitchell, who was the scene, said the fire was ‘swiftly knocked back’, with ‘all persons safe’.

He said it came during ‘another busy night for our emergency services’.

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service has been approached for more information.