A bin lorry caught fire in Kemp Town at lunchtime today (Friday 30 October).
The fire service said: “East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service was called at around 1pm today to reports of a fire in Brighton.
“A refuse truck in Chichester Place is alight.
“As of 1.30pm, the contents of the truck have been emptied on to the road and crews are using breathing apparatus and hose reel to put out the fire.
“Police have been notified to assist with managing road closures.
“There are no reports of injuries.
“Pleave avoid the area.”
The fireservice added later: “We have left the scene.”
