Eight Fire Crews Rush to Grand Burstin Hotel Blaze in Folkestone
Chaos erupted at the Grand Burstin Hotel on Marine Parade, Folkestone, as eight fire crews were scrambled to tackle an incident just after 6pm on Saturday evening.
Full Evacuation Underway
The hotel is currently being fully evacuated as firefighters battle the emergency. Despite the scale of the response, local neighbours report no visible smoke from the scene.
Roads Blocked and Public Advised to Avoid Area
Firefighters and police have cordoned off the area to ensure safety and give emergency services room to work. Drivers and pedestrians are urged to steer clear of Marine Parade while crews deal with the situation.
Police Maintain Scene Control
Officers have moved onlookers away from the hotel and continue to monitor the incident closely. Kent Fire and Rescue have been contacted for comment as the situation develops.
Stay tuned for updates.
