Walberton fire: Care home residents evacuated due to blaze
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WSFRS said the blaze broke out in Yapton Lane at around 5pm yesterday (Tuesday, August 9).
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Hide AdAt around 7.30pm a spokesperson from the fire service said: “The fire has been brought under control, but firefighters remain on scene damping down ensuring there are no further hot spots.
"A number of residents from a nearby care home were evacuated as a precaution, but have now safely returned to the property.
“Firefighters will remain on scene into the evening.
"The Met Office’s heatwave warning remains in place over the coming days, and the risk of wildfires will remain extremely high.
"We would urge all residents to take extra care.”