Workshop fire near Romney Marsh

30+ Incident Saturday 21 September 2024 03:50

Saturday 21 September 2024 07:48
Fire engines: 4
Partner agencies: Electrical safety engineer (UK Power Networks)
Equipment: PPE - Breathing apparatus, Water - hydrant supply, Firefighting - Compressed air foam system (CAFs), Firefighting - Main jet (hose)

Folkestone and Hythe

Final update at 8am:

Firefighting operations are now complete.

Initial update:

Kent Fire and Rescue Service has been tackling a fire overnight involving five workshop buildings, a shed, garage and a holiday let in Burmarsh Road, Burmarsh, near Romney Marsh.

One fire engine remains at the scene, reduced from four fire engines at the height of the fire. Good progress has been made and firefighters are dampening down any remaining hot spots. 

There are no reported injuries and the cause is not yet known.

UK Power Networks is also in attendance because power in the immediate and surrounding area has been impacted by this incident. Residents without power can visit www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk for updates.