Car 'burst into flames' in West Worthing

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said it was alerted to a ‘small vehicle fire’, on George V Avenue, shortly after 2pm on Monday (August 15).

According to an eye-witness, the car suddenly ‘burst into flames’ and firefighters were on scene within minutes.

"Joint Fire Control mobilised one fire engine from Worthing to the scene,” a fire service spokesperson said.

"Upon arrival crews found one car well-alight and firefighters wearing breathing apparatus quickly got to work, extinguishing the fire using two hose reels.

"The fire was of accidental ignition and there were no injuries reported."

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