Crews are tackling the blaze in the back of the vehicle involving around 10...

Published: 2:14 am April 6, 2022
Updated: 6:50 am October 8, 2025
Kent Fire And Rescue Service Is Currently Tackling A Waste Paper Lorry Fire On Hoath Way Near Junction 4 Of The M2 At Gillingham

 Crews are tackling the blaze in the back of the vehicle involving around 10 tonnes of compacted paper. The fire is creating a lot of smoke and people living nearby are being asked to close their windows and doors during the incident. Colleagues from Kent Police are at the scene managing traffic around the incident. There are no reported injuries.

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