A fire at a former mill building in East Hill, Ashford, prompted a major response from Kent Fire and Rescue Service on Friday, December 13, 2024.
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The fire began with a tree alight near the property, which quickly spread to the exterior of the historic mill building. Firefighters were called to the scene at 5:33 PM and worked for over an hour to bring the blaze under control.
Major Firefighting Response
Nine fire engines, a height vehicle, and a bulk water carrier were deployed to tackle the flames. Crews utilized water from hydrants and used main jets to extinguish the fire.