The roof of a building has collapsed in central Brighton.
Firefighters were called at 1.15pm today to reports of a roof collapse at Over Street in Brighton.
Two fire engines from Preston Circus, along with one fire engine and the technical rescue unit from Lewes have been sent to the scene. The aerial ladder platform has also been mobilised.
The building is made of three floors plus a basement. Firefighters on the scene say the building has partially collapsed.
The aerial ladder platform has been used to assess the damage.
The building is made of three floors plus a basement. The gable end of the building has partially collapsed.
The area has been cordoned off.
There are no reports of casualties at this stage. It is believed the house was empty at the time of the collapse.
Sussex Police and a building inspector are also at the scene.
Transco and UK Power have been alerted.
The Red Cross Fire Victim Support Unit has been asked to assist with looking after around 14 people affected by the incident.
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