Boat alight on trailer - Lydd

30+ Incident Wednesday 04 October 2023 17:04

Thursday 05 October 2023 02:26
Fire engines: 3
Partner agencies: Kent Police
Equipment: PPE - Breathing apparatus, Water - fire engine tank supply, Firefighting - Compressed air foam system (CAFs), Firefighting - High-pressure hose reel jet

Folkestone and Hythe

Final update

The earlier advice to avoid the B2075 in Lydd has been lifted, and the scene has been made safe. 

Initial update

Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus have dealt with a boat alight on a trailer on the B2075 in Lydd. Crews used high-pressure hose reel jets with compressed air foam to knock down the flames.

There is a road closure in place as a precaution while crews allow gas cylinders involved in the fire to vent off safely. Road users are advised to avoid the area.

There are no reports of any injuries.