Herne Bay Care Home Blaze: Residents evacuated
A fire which broke out at The Laleham care home on Central Parade in Herne Bay this morning, prompted a significant response from emergency services. Kent Fire and Rescue Service…
Huge industrial fire erupts near Sandwich: Residents urged to stay indoors – Update
A significant industrial fire has broken out on Ramsgate Road near Port Richborough in Sandwich, prompting a major response from Kent Fire and Rescue Service. Twelve fire engines, including a…
Dramatic sea rescue off Kent coast as cargo ship fire forces evacuation
Ramsgate’s all-weather lifeboat, Diamond Jubilee, in action Credit: RNLI/Ramsgate RNLI A major international rescue operation unfolded off the coast of Ramsgate and Dover this week, as a cargo ship battling…
Dead dog discovered in Margate house fire
Library image A dog has tragically died in a house fire in Margate. Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) were called to the scene at Taddy Gardens in the early…
Kent pet owners warned of cats sparking kitchen fires
Library image Two separate incidents in Kent have prompted a warning from pet owners and fire services about the dangers of leaving hobs unattended and accessible to animals. In both…
Herne Bay Fire – Updated 1 February 2025
Firefighting operations have now finished at a house in Grand Drive, Herne Bay. Earlier warnings to avoid the area, due to road closures, have now been lifted. Residents evacuated the…
Significant house fire in Herne Bay prompts smoke warning
Library image Residents near Grand Drive in Herne Bay are being urged to close their windows and doors due to a significant house fire that has sent large plumes of…
Kent Fire and Rescue Service unleashes firefighting robot!
Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) has revolutionised its firefighting capabilities by becoming one of the first in the UK to deploy a state-of-the-art firefighting robot! This cutting-edge technology is…
Fire crews battle flames through the night at Ashford village blaze
Library image Fire crews battled a major house fire in Aldington, Ashford, early this morning, with six fire engines, a height vehicle, and a bulk water carrier deployed to the…