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East Sussex Fire and Rescue was called to reports of a barn fire in Ditchling at 4.20am on 8 February 2025.
Crews attended the scene at the rear of St George Park, Ditchling Road.
A barn containing approximately 200 tonnes of hay is alight.
There are no reports of casualties.
As of 7.15am the crews remain at the scene tackling the fire.
Members of the public are asked to avoid the area and keep doors and windows closed as there is a lot of smoke in the area.
As of 8.20am we have two fire engines and a water carrier.
Crews are carrying out a controlled burn, and are protecting hay nearby to ensure that doesn't catch fire.
As of 11am one fire engine remains at the scene.