A big blaze at a rubbish tip left the nearby main roads jammed with traffic yesterday (Friday 30 August)
And West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said that crews would still be on site today, continuing their work.
The fire service said yesterday evening: “Firefighters are still dealing with the significant fire at a waste services site in Grevatts Lane, Climping.
“However, the number of resources we have at the site has been scaled back.
“One large building full of recycling and plant machinery was fully involved in the fire.
“Fire crews have now surrounded the fire and contained it to one location.
“Firefighters will remain at the scene overnight and into the weekend.
“The smoke plume is now dissipating but if residents can see or smell smoke, they must stay inside and keep their doors and windows shut.
“The A259 at Grevatts Lane remains closed at this time so please avoid the area and use alternative routes.
“Residents can be assured that we are working hard to reopen this major A road and this remains a priority for our teams dealing with the incident.
“The cause of the fire will be investigated when it is safe to do so.”
Earlier, the fire service said: “We currently have eight fire engines, two water carriers and an aerial ladder platform dealing with a large fire at Grevatts Lane, Climping.
“Please avoid the area and keep your doors and windows shut if you leave nearby.”
An undate said: “Residents in Littlehampton, Elmer, Middleton, Bognor and the surrounding areas are urged to keep their doors and windows shut as the smoke is travelling to sea.
“The A259 has now been closed and this is causing a huge amount of traffic. Please avoid the area.”
And later the fire service said: “The smoke plume is now dissipating but if you can smell or see smoke, please keep your doors and windows shut.
“The A259 Grevatts Lane remains closed at this time. We are working hard to get it reopened but we anticipate that it will be closed for at least a few more hours.
“Firefighters are still at the scene working hard to bring the fire under control.
“The number of resources we have at the site will begin to be scaled back shortly.
“Fortunately, there are no injuries and everyone is accounted for.”
