Out of control bonfire in Tenterden
30+ Incident Friday 25 July 2025 21:26
Friday 25 July 2025
22:11
Fire engines: 2
Equipment: Firefighting - High-pressure hose reel jet
Ashford
Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called to reports of an out of control bonfire in Wittersham, Tenterden.
Two fire engines attended and crews used hose reel jets to extinguish the bonfire.
There are no reported injuries.
Crews are advising that if you're planning a bonfire, to remember:
- Stay with the bonfire at all times
- Keep it to a manageable size
- Always keep a means of extinguishing close to hand - like a bucket of water or a hose
Lastly, if the bonfire gets out of control, move to a safe place and call 999.