A house burned out after a fire today.
The house was badly damaged and the entire ground floor burned.
Writing on Facebook, Glenda Norman, a neighbour and witness, said: "House fire, all humans are safe and with family."
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It is believed that some pets did not survive the incident.
A witness nearby saw two fire engines and six police cars making their way to the scene.
A spokeswoman for East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: "Firefighters used six breathing apparatus, two hose reel and a jet to extinguish the fire.
"Everyone who lived at the house was accounted for and there are no reports of people being injured.
"UK Power Networks have been requested to attend.
"The fire is now believed to be out and crews are damping down the scene.
"The exact cause of the fire has not been confirmed at this stage but it is being treated as accidental.
"Please avoid the area."
Sussex Police have been contacted for comment.
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