Garage Blaze Sparks Mass Evacuation Near Dartford
Residents in Longfield, close to Dartford, have been warned to shut windows and doors tight as firefighters battle a fierce fire in a domestic garage.
Gas Cylinders Fuel Fire Risk
The fire involves dangerous gas cylinders, forcing the evacuation of 18 nearby homes as a safety precaution. Local authorities have swiftly opened a rest centre for displaced residents.
Firefighters and Police Team Up on Scene
Four fire engines and a bulk water carrier are at the scene, working hard to douse flames and cool the gas cylinders to prevent explosions. A volunteer team from Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) and Kent Police are also helping evacuees.
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