A FIRE broke out in a field this afternoon.
The blaze was in a field in Laughton, east of Lewes, and started at around 12.30pm.
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service sent two fire engines from Lewes and Uckfield.
An area of 50 metres by 30 metres was affected by the fire.
A fire service spokeswoman said: “We were called at 12.39pm and sent two appliances.
“The crews used hose reels and beaters to put the fire out.
“They remain on scene ensuring there are no remaining hotspots.”
Firefighters sprayed the charred ground, putting out embers.
East Sussex Fire Service had to tackle a large fire in an area of bushes at Seaford Head Golf Course on Saturday.
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