Emergency crews tackle major house fire in Kent

Emergency crews have been tackling a fire at a house in Faversham.

It broke out on St Mary's Road in the early hours of Thursday, July 6.

The public have been advised to avoid the area and to check for travel updates.

Residents living nearby were advised to close their windows and doors.

Seven fire engines and a height vehicle were sent to the scene, as well as the technical rescue unit.

Kent Fire & Rescue Service said: "People living near to St Mary’s Road in Faversham are no longer advised to close windows and doors following a house fire.

"Two fire engines, a height vehicle and the technical rescue team remain at the scene.

"The road is closed, so people are advised to avoid the area and to check for travel updates."

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