Firefighting operations at a residential property in Hamstreet have officially concluded following a major house fire that broke out at lunchtime on 28 December 2025.

In a final update issued at 7:00 PM on Monday, December 29, Kent Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that all crews have now left the scene on White Admiral Way. The site has been handed over to Kent Police, who will maintain duty of care as the area is secured.

While the flames have been extinguished, the focus now shifts to determining how the blaze started. Fire investigators remain on the case, and the cause of the fire is currently listed as ongoing. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the extent of the damage or whether any injuries were sustained during the incident.

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