Spectacular drone footage shows firefighters tackling huge blaze at Sussex business park

Firefighters from across Sussex have been battling a huge industrial fire this afternoon (June 5).
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Eight fire engines were called to the scene after a fire started in a scrap metal yard in Lancing, West Sussex, shortly after 1pm.

The huge blaze has been visible from miles around, with pictures taken from as far away as Southwick and the South Downs.

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This spectacular drone footage shows firefighters tackling the flames, with surrounding roads cordoned off and neighbouring buildings evacuated.

Firefighters battle the fire which is visible from miles aroundFirefighters battle the fire which is visible from miles around
Firefighters battle the fire which is visible from miles around

Social media has been awash with footage and pictures of the fire and a spokesman for West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said they had already received more than 65 999 emergency calls.

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