Menu
05/10/2010
Two Arrested Over Hastings Pier Blaze
As firefighters continue to battle the blaze on Hastings pier in East Sussex, two men have been arrested on suspicion of arson.
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, who spent most of the night trying to control the fire, said around 95% of the Victorian pier has been destroyed.
There are no reports of any injuries.
The fire service was alerted at around 1am by a member of the public.
Around 60 firefighters were transported to the burning pier via local RNLI lifeboats.
A spokesman for East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: "It's still a major blaze.
"At the moment about 95% of the structure has been destroyed.
"It's a very historic building and landmark for Hastings. The priority for the firefighters is to preserve as much of the structure as they can to see if something can be done with it in the future."
Regarding the arrests, a spokesman for the Sussex Police said: "The origins of the fire are still being investigated and at this time two males have been detained for questioning.”
He added: "Sussex Police and Sussex Fire and Rescue are still dealing with the fire and advise anyone driving in the area of the A259 in Hastings to take alternative routes."
(BMcN)
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, who spent most of the night trying to control the fire, said around 95% of the Victorian pier has been destroyed.
There are no reports of any injuries.
The fire service was alerted at around 1am by a member of the public.
Around 60 firefighters were transported to the burning pier via local RNLI lifeboats.
A spokesman for East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: "It's still a major blaze.
"At the moment about 95% of the structure has been destroyed.
"It's a very historic building and landmark for Hastings. The priority for the firefighters is to preserve as much of the structure as they can to see if something can be done with it in the future."
Regarding the arrests, a spokesman for the Sussex Police said: "The origins of the fire are still being investigated and at this time two males have been detained for questioning.”
He added: "Sussex Police and Sussex Fire and Rescue are still dealing with the fire and advise anyone driving in the area of the A259 in Hastings to take alternative routes."
(BMcN)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
08 May 2009
Heroic Tyne Firemen Honoured
Two Tyne and Wear firefighters are to be recognised for their bravery at a special ceremony today. Andrew Nelson and Allan Richardson will be presented with the Chief Fire Officer's Commendations for brave and meritorious conduct after saving a man's life. The men took part in a dramatic rescue in the early hours of 4 February.
Heroic Tyne Firemen Honoured
Two Tyne and Wear firefighters are to be recognised for their bravery at a special ceremony today. Andrew Nelson and Allan Richardson will be presented with the Chief Fire Officer's Commendations for brave and meritorious conduct after saving a man's life. The men took part in a dramatic rescue in the early hours of 4 February.
15 August 2013
Historic Pier Restoration Campaign A Success
The repair of the historic Hastings Pier is to begin, following a successful community campaign by a local charity. Communities Secretary Eric Pickles has welcomed the move, which will see the pier reopened after being saved from disrepair and abandonment by a local community group. The pier is expected to reopen to the public in 2015.
Historic Pier Restoration Campaign A Success
The repair of the historic Hastings Pier is to begin, following a successful community campaign by a local charity. Communities Secretary Eric Pickles has welcomed the move, which will see the pier reopened after being saved from disrepair and abandonment by a local community group. The pier is expected to reopen to the public in 2015.
31 August 2006
Firefighters launch four-day strike
More than 1,000 firefighters across Merseyside have begun a four-day strike in protest over planned job cuts. Another four-day stoppage is scheduled to begin two hours after the first one ends.
Firefighters launch four-day strike
More than 1,000 firefighters across Merseyside have begun a four-day strike in protest over planned job cuts. Another four-day stoppage is scheduled to begin two hours after the first one ends.
17 February 2009
Homophobia In The Fire & Rescue Service Is Unacceptable: Sadiq Khan
The Fire Minister Sadiq Khan and the Fire & Rescue Service's associations and unions joined forces today urging all Fire and Rescue Services to sign up to the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme.
Homophobia In The Fire & Rescue Service Is Unacceptable: Sadiq Khan
The Fire Minister Sadiq Khan and the Fire & Rescue Service's associations and unions joined forces today urging all Fire and Rescue Services to sign up to the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme.
16 July 2004
Jenkins wins right to face a retrial
Sion Jenkins, the man jailed six years ago for the murder of his teenage foster daughter, has won the right to a retrial. Mr Jenkins, 45, was sentenced to life imprisonment in 1998 after being found guilty of the murder of 13-year-old Billie Jo Jenkins at the family home in Hastings, East Sussex.
Jenkins wins right to face a retrial
Sion Jenkins, the man jailed six years ago for the murder of his teenage foster daughter, has won the right to a retrial. Mr Jenkins, 45, was sentenced to life imprisonment in 1998 after being found guilty of the murder of 13-year-old Billie Jo Jenkins at the family home in Hastings, East Sussex.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
