Firefighters Battle Fierce Flames
Five fire engines and a height vehicle rushed to Westgate Bay Avenue early Friday morning after reports of a flat fire. Crews equipped with breathing apparatus tackled the blaze using high-pressure hose reel jets and main hose jets to control the flames.
Casualty Update and Investigation Underway
Tragically, one person has died as a result of the fire. Another victim was rushed to hospital for further treatment. Kent Fire and Rescue Service, alongside police/" title="Kent Police" rel="nofollow">Kent Police and South East Coast ambulance-service/" title="Ambulance Service" rel="nofollow">Ambulance Service (SECAmb), are investigating the cause of the fire, which remains unknown.
More updates to follow as the situation develops.