Final update:

Firefighting operations have concluded. 

Follow local highways authorities for road closure updates.

The cause of the fire is believed to be linked to an e-scooter. 

Update at 11.45am

Kent Fire and Rescue Service can now confirm that a man died at the scene of the house fire in Salters Lane, Faversham.

An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.  

People are still advised to avoid the area while Salters Lane is closed.

Update at 10.45am

Two fire engines remain at the scene of a house fire in Salters Lane, Faversham.

Crews are damping down hotspots, and an investigation into the cause will begin shortly.

People are still advised to avoid the area while emergency services work at the scene. 

Update at 6am 

The earlier advice for residents near Salters Lane in Faversham to close windows and doors has been lifted, however people are still urged to avoid the area.

Please share this information with loved ones and neighbours in the affected area who may not have access to the internet.

Four fire engines, a height vehicle, a command support unit, and a technical rescue team remain at the scene of the house fire. The fire is under control and crews are making good progress.

KFRS' volunteer response team was deployed early on in the incident to support impacted residents.

Kent Police and South East Coast Ambulance Service are also in attendance. 

Initial update

People living in the area surrounding Salters Lane in Faversham are advised to close windows and doors due to smoke from a fire at a residential property.

Officers are also asking people to avoid the area while emergency services work at the scene.

Please share this information with loved ones and neighbours in the affected area who may not have access to the internet.

Ten fire engines, a command support unit, and a height vehicle are in attendance.