Blaze Breaks Out in Charing Field – Fire Crews Issue Bonfire Warning
Four fire engines raced to a blazing field fire on Bowl Road, Charing, Kent. Firefighters found a burning patch of cut grass and hedgerow, believed to have caught fire accidentally from a nearby bonfire.
Firefighters Battle Blaze with High-Power Jets
Crews tackled the flames using hose reel jets and a fogging unit. Thankfully, no one was hurt in the incident.
Kent Fire Service Urges Bonfire Safety
In the aftermath, fire chiefs warned the public to be extra careful when lighting bonfires. They urged residents to:
- Only light bonfires when conditions are safe
- Never leave fires unattended
- Keep bonfires well away from trees, foliage, and buildings
- Space bonfires evenly to prevent spread
Stay alert to avoid another scorching blaze this season.
