Major Emergency Response as People Enter Water at Romney Place, Maidstone

Emergency crews have been scrambled following reports of multiple people entering the water at Romney Place in Maidstone.

Firefighters and Rescue Teams Rush to Scene

Kent Fire and Rescue Service got the alert at 12:58pm today (Wednesday, 9 April). They immediately deployed four fire engines plus their specialist water safety unit to the scene.

Search and Rescue Dogs Join The Effort

Crews are currently on site, backed by the search and rescue dog team helping to locate anyone in the water.

Ongoing Incident – Avoid The Area

No confirmed details yet on how many people are involved or if there are any injuries. Residents are urged to steer clear of Romney Place to let emergency services work safely and efficiently.

This is a breaking story. Stay tuned for updates as more information emerges.

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