Chimney fire in Headcorn

30+ Incident Sunday 26 January 2025 12:21

Sunday 26 January 2025 14:35
Fire engines: 3
Equipment: Firefighting - Chimney gear, Firefighting - High-pressure hose reel jet
Special support vehicles: Height vehicle

Ashford

Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called to reports of a chimney fire on Shenley Road, Headcorn.

Two fire engines and a height vehicle attended, and crews used chimney fire equipment and hose reel jets to extinguish the flames before making sure the rest of the property was safe.

Following this incident, firefighters are reminding people to get their chimney swept regularly to reduce the risk of a fire. If you burn logs, you should have this done at least twice a year. If you burn coal, you should have this done at least once a year. More safety advice here: Chimneys and open fires | Kent Fire and Rescue Service