Snow globe sets fire to home in Dunes Road New Romney
Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called to a blaze in Dunes Road, Greatstone, New Romney shortly before 5.00pm on Tuesday 30 August. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used a hose…
Parked car warning to drivers in Folkestone, Hythe and Romney Marsh
Kent Police has been receiving a large number of calls reporting vehicle interference and people trying car doors in the early hours of the morning at locations around Folkestone, Hythe…
Warning from vet charity over deadly danger of blue-green algae to dogs
Photo: PDSA As we make the most of hotter temperatures and bright, sunny days, many pet owners will enjoy scenic, summer walks with their pooch – but there is bacteria…
More hot weather warnings of 95°F for Kent next week
A hot weather warning has been announced, leading to advice by Kent’s public health experts to help vulnerable residents stay safe and well. The level two alert has been triggered…
Warning to drivers of significant traffic delays due to disruption at Port of Dover and Eurotunnel
Drivers are warned of significant delays as a result of ongoing disruption at the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel. Passengers heading to Europe will find their journeys further impacted by…
Mad dogs and Englishmen – DON’T go out in the midday sun warning!
Following warnings from by the Met Office of extreme heat on Monday and Tuesday and temperatures forecast to top 40C, people are being urged to stay safe. A Red warning…
Warning of ‘sextortion’ blackmail attempts in east Kent
Social media users are being warned to remain vigilant to potential ‘sextortion’ blackmail attempts. Detectives in east Kent have received a number of reports in recent weeks following threats to…
Police warning of suspicious activity in Hawkinge
Residents in the Hawkinge area are being warned to be on their guard. PCSO Nick Hazell has reported a ‘Neighbourhood Alert’ regarding a suspicious vehicle in the area. He says:…
Firefighters’ li-ion battery safety warning after spate of blazes in Kent
A safety warning on the use of lithium-ion batteries is being issued by Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) following several battery related fires this month. A safety warning on…