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Firefighters are continuing to monitor a controlled burn of a large manure pile on Brockmans Lane in Kingsnorth, Ashford. The blaze started late on Friday 22 August.
Current Status (as of 11:45 AM, August 25, 2025)
It’s reported crews are allowing the manure pile to burn in a controlled manner, which is expected to continue smouldering and producing smoke. Residents living nearby are urged to keep their windows and doors closed. Firefighters are making regular visits to the site, and the landowner is assisting with monitoring the situation.
Previous Updates
- 12:20 PM, August 24, 2025: Crews advised residents to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke, as the manure pile was expected to smoulder for a while. Firefighters planned to reassess the situation the following morning.
- 4:20 PM, August 23, 2025: The fire was contained, and crews were working with the landowner to prevent further spread. Residents were advised to keep windows and doors closed, with a re-inspection scheduled for that evening.
- 10:30 PM, August 22, 2025: Firefighting activity had ceased for the night, but residents were advised to keep windows and doors closed due to ongoing smoke. Crews were scheduled to return in the morning.
- Initial Report: A single fire engine responded to the fire on Brockmans Lane. Residents were advised to close windows and doors as a precaution due to the smoke.