Fire Spreads Through Selsey Academy in Chichester

At least 10 fire engines were sent to the scene of a blaze at The Academy, Selsey, in Chichester on Sunday, August 21. West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service received the first call shortly before 8am.

School Lane in Selsey was closed to traffic in both directions between the B2145 High Street junction and the Paddock Lane junction. No injuries were immediately reported.

This video was broadcast live on Facebook, showing the fire spreading through the school with small explosions heard as gas tankers are said to have exploded. Credit: Facebook/Charlie Sora