A HUGE fire broke out at a former care home.
Nearby residents were warned to stay away as firefighters tackled the fire in Bolnore Farm Lane near Haywards Heath.
Multiple crews were called at 7pm last night.
The fire service said ten fire engines were called out.
It is not believed anyone was inside the building, which was previously a care home.
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: "We are currently tackling a fire in Bolnore Farm Lane near Haywards Heath.
"Local residents are advised to keep their windows closed due to heavy smoke - 10 engines are currently in attendance.
"We were called at 7.08pm to the fire in a former care home building.
"The B2272 in Hayward’s Heath has been closed both ways, from the Havester to the Cuckfield bypass.
"Please continue to avoid the area and keep windows closed, thank you."
Just after 9.15pm they said:"Please continue to avoid the area and keep windows closed as we work to bring this fire under control."
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