Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called to reports of a fire in the loft of a house in Elizabeth Way, Herne Bay

Six fire engines and a height vehicle were sent to the scene, and crews wearing breathing apparatus used hose reel jets and main jets to extinguish the flames. Firefighters also used smoke curtains to stop the fire from spreading further. 

No casualties were reported and the Volunteer Response Team were on-hand to provide support to those affected. 

The cause is not yet known but is believed to be accidental.