Major Blaze at Waitrose Hove: Firefighters Tackle Fire, Public Told to Avoid Area

A major fire broke out at Waitrose in Hove, East Sussex, early Tuesday. Ten fire engines attended the blaze, which started in the warehouse area. No injuries reported.

Brit Brief 16/06/2026 09:12

Major Blaze at Waitrose Hove: Firefighters Tackle Fire, Public Told to Avoid Area — Major Blaze at Waitrose Hove: Avoid Area Warning

A major fire has closed a branch of Waitrose in Hove, East Sussex, after a blaze reportedly broke out in the warehouse area of the store. East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (ESFRS) was called at 3:46am to the supermarket on Nevill Road, Hove.

Fire Service Response

The fire service confirmed that 10 fire engines were in attendance during the height of the blaze. The extent of the damage to the store is currently unknown. Residents are advised to avoid the area as firefighters continue to tackle the fire.

Ambulance Service Statement

A spokesperson for South East Coast Ambulance Service said: "Secamb was called by East Sussex Fire and Rescue to reports of a fire on Nevill Road, Hove shortly after 4am this morning. However, crews were stood down as, thankfully, no patients were reported."

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