Bridge blaze prompts warning to – Blow out that candle!
Library image Firefighters believe a fire inside a summer house near Canterbury was caused accidentally when a candle was left unattended allowing the blaze spread to pieces of furniture. Two…
Kent braced for high tide as floodgates are shut
Parts of Kent are preparing for a possible coastal flooding with some floodgates closed tomorrow night (Friday 24 November) to protect areas from the rising tide and the strong wind.…
Medics treat victim of hairdryer blaze at Margate flat
A bedroom fire in Margate, which broke out just before midnight on Monday (13 November) is believed to have started accidentally after a hairdryer was left on a bed while…
Night-time thieves snatch steering wheels from parked cars in Chatham
Chatham residents are warned to be on their guard following reports of steering wheel thefts during the hours of darkness. On Monday 30 October 2023, four BMW cars were targeted…
‘Hold onto your hats!’ – Amber weather warning of 85mph winds for Kent
People in Kent and the south east are being warned of dangerous winds associated with Storm Ciarán on Thursday which may disrupt travel, utilities, and cause structural damage. Forecasters warn…
Clamping down on irresponsible dog owners in Maidstone
As part of its continued efforts to promote responsible dog ownership, Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is introducing further measures to clamp-down on unacceptable behaviour. The MBC Public Space Protection Order…
Massive barn fire near Ashford could burn for days
Library image Firefighters remain on the scene of a barn fire in Sellinge near Ashford which started last night and affected two open sided barns and a huge haystack –…
Folkestone and Hythe warning of rogue traders and doorstep crime
Neighbourhood Watch is alerting residents in the Lympne area of Folkestone and Hythe to be vigilant regarding possible rogue traders offering to do work such repairing driveways, facias and soffits…
Thunderstorm warning for Kent in Thursday morning
The Met Office is warning of thunderstorms which are expected to develop in the English Channel on Wednesday night and move east during Thursday morning. Whilst many thunderstorms will remain…
Smoke alert as haystack fire threatens Woodchurch residents
Library image People living near Brook Street in Woodchurch, near Ashford, are being advised to close windows and doors due to smoke coming from a haystack fire which started late…