Building Collapse Sparks Major Emergency Response Brighton

A two-storey building on Ryde Road in Brighton collapsed this morning, prompting a significant emergency response from East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, which deployed three fire engines and officers to the scene. Despite initial reports of an explosion, gas engineers confirmed that a gas explosion was not the cause of the collapse. Emergency services worked to isolate utilities and cordoned off the surrounding streets, advising residents to avoid the area and their gardens until it is declared safe. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries related to the incident. Firefighters remained on site for over two hours to ensure public safety while building control teams plan further assessments. Witnesses described the collapse as dramatic, with a loud bang and a large cloud of dust and debris visible in the aftermath.