Crews were called last night to Westfield, north of Hastings after the fire broke out yesterday evening.
East Sussex Fire and Rescue say it is now under control and they've left the scene (Tuesday April 20.)
People living around Ripleys Scrap Metal merchants in Westfield Lane were asked to keep their windows and doors closed as crews dealt with the fire.
There are no reports of any injuries.
A scrap metal fire at Ripleys Scrap Metal merchants Westfield Lane, Westfield continues. Crews are dealing with the deep seated fire in 600 tons of scrap metal. Residents are being asked to keep all doors and windows shut. #fire #westfield
— East Sussex FRS (@EastSussexFRS) April 19, 2021
Crews have left the incident at Westfield Lane, Westfield having successfully brought the 600 tons of burning scrap metal under conrol. The site is now being monitored by the owners #westfield
— East Sussex FRS (@EastSussexFRS) April 19, 2021