Final update at 3.30pm on 12 February:

People living in the surrounding area are no longer advised to avoid the area.

Crew made good progress dampening down hot spots and all remaining hay has been fully extinguished.

No injuries have been reported, and the cause is not yet known. 

Update at 10.30am on 12 February: 

People living near to a barn fire in Hope Lane, New Romney, are no longer advised to close windows and doors but members of the public are asked to avoid the area while crews continue to dampen down any remaining hotspots. 

Update at 9.30am on 12 February: 

Firefighters are continuing to dampen down hay bales at the scene of a barn fire in Hope Lane, New Romney. 

Due to smoke still coming from the incident, people living or working nearby are advised to keep windows and doors closed. 

No injuries have been reported, and the cause is not yet known. 

Please share this update with anyone in the affected area, who might not have access to the internet. 

Update at 8:05pm on 11 February: 

People are still being advised to avoid Cockreed Lane and Hope Lane in New Romney.

Crew remains at the scene and are continuing to dampen down to ensure the site is safe. 

No injuries have been reported.

Initial update:

People are advised to avoid Cockreed Lane and Hope Lane in New Romney, while crews respond to a barn fire.

Three fire engines are at the scene, where crews are working to extinguish the flames.

Please share this advice with any loved ones in the affected area who might not have access to the internet or social media. 

Thank you.