Blaze Breaks Out at Derelict Chatham Building – Emergency Crews Rush In
A fierce fire tore through a derelict building on Ordnance Street in Chatham this Saturday evening, sparking a major emergency response from Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS).
Massive Firefight: Six Engines Battle Flames
The blaze was first reported at 6:29 PM, prompting KFRS to dispatch six fire engines and a height support vehicle to tackle the blaze. Firefighters unleashed high-pressure hose reel jets to douse the flames, bringing the fire under control by 7:42 PM.
Thankfully, no injuries were reported, as around 50 people left the building before fire crews arrived.
A KFRS spokesperson confirmed: “The cause of the fire is believed to be deliberate.”
Incident At A Glance
- Location: Ordnance Street, Chatham
- Time reported: 6:29 PM, Saturday, May 24
- Fire units sent: 6 engines and 1 height vehicle
- Fire extinguished: 7:42 PM
- Injuries: None reported
- Cause: Suspected arson
Police Probe Underway as Arson Suspected
Deliberate fires at abandoned sites not only threaten local safety but also slam emergency resources. Authorities expect a full police investigation into the suspected arson.
If you witnessed anything suspicious, contact Kent Police on 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
