West Sussex Towns Report Strong Gas Smell with No Local Source Confirmed

Residents in Bognor Regis, West Sussex, have reported a strong, unpleasant gas-like smell affecting the area, with calls made to local authorities and the gas company SGN. Despite numerous reports, SGN engineers have found no evidence that the smell originates from their gas network, and West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service suspects the odor may be coming from offshore rather than a local leak. The source of the smell remains unknown, although similar incidents in the past have been linked to chemical plant emissions from across the English Channel. Authorities are urging residents to report any gas smells and to seek emergency medical help if they feel unwell. Meanwhile, in Warrenpoint, Northern Ireland, residents are also experiencing foul odors attributed to a local waste processing facility, Re-Gen Waste, which converts refuse-derived fuel for export. Although the company insists it complies with environmental standards, locals demand greater oversight and improved odour control, highlighting the impact on their quality of life.