“Joint Fire Control mobilised one fire engine from Worthing to the scene,” a spokesperson said.
"Upon arrival the crew found a van well alight. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus extinguished the fire using a hose reel.
“The crew left the scene at 8.42am.”
Scroll down to see photos from the scene, as thick black smoke billowed whilst crews tackled the blaze.
1. Van bursts into flames in Worthing
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said it was alerted to a vehicle fire on Broadwater Road, Worthing around 8.10am. Photo: Dan Holmes
2. Van bursts into flames in Worthing
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said it was alerted to a vehicle fire on Broadwater Road, Worthing around 8.10am. Photo: Dan Holmes
3. Van bursts into flames in Worthing
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said it was alerted to a vehicle fire on Broadwater Road, Worthing around 8.10am. Photo: Dan Holmes
4. Van bursts into flames in Worthing
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said it was alerted to a vehicle fire on Broadwater Road, Worthing around 8.10am. Photo: Dan Holmes