Residents in West Hougham, near Dover, are still being advised to keep windows and doors closed as fire crews continue to manage a waste fire that broke out on the evening of Monday, April 28.
The fire, which generated large amounts of smoke, was first reported at 6:08pm. Six fire engines, along with a bulk water carrier and a drone support unit, were initially deployed to the scene. Firefighters equipped with breathing apparatus, high-pressure hose reel jets, and main jets worked to contain the blaze.
Controlled Burn and Ongoing Monitoring
As of 10pm on Tuesday, April 29, the operation has been scaled down, but one fire engine remains on site overnight to maintain a controlled burn and monitor flare-ups. The advice for residents to keep windows and doors closed remains in effect due to ongoing smoke in the area.
