Emergency services raced to Mill Road, Gillingham early this morning (Wednesday, 7 May 2025) after reports of a fire at a commercial premises.
Kent Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that five fire engines and a height vehicle were dispatched to the scene at around 6:07 AM. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus fought the flames using powerful main jets.
The cause of the blaze is currently unknown and a full investigation will be launched to determine what started the fire.
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Public Safety Reminder
While firefighters have now extinguished the fire, authorities are advising residents and businesses in the immediate area to stay cautious and avoid the site while investigations continue.
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Community Response
Local residents praised the rapid response from fire crews, taking to social media to thank Kent Fire and Rescue Service for their efforts.
One resident posted:
“Woke up to see smoke in the air, scary stuff but hats off to the firefighters for handling it so quickly.”
