Hay Bale Inferno Sends Smoke Choking Through Dover Village
Residents near Upper Road in St Margaret’s at Cliffe, Dover, have been told to keep windows and doors firmly shut after a massive hay bale fire erupted on Friday evening (September 27, 2024).
Smoke Clouds Swamp Local Area
Fire crews rushed to the scene with two fire engines, battling thick smoke pouring from towering stacks of burning hay. Powerful main jets were deployed to contain the blaze, but the smoke drift continues to blanket nearby homes and streets.
Authorities Warn: Stay Indoors and Spread the Word
Officials urged locals to stay inside as much as possible to avoid the hazardous smoke. They also called on residents to warn friends and family—especially those who might not have internet access—about the ongoing danger.
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Emergency services remain on site working to bring the fire under control. More updates will be issued as the situation unfolds.
