Gas Main Fire Shuts Maidstone Road, Sutton Valance
Maidstone Road in Sutton Valance is shut after a gas main fire broke out near the junction of Leeds Road and Chartway Street. Emergency crews rushed to the scene in the early hours and remain there, tackling the blaze.
Drivers are warned to avoid the area and find alternative routes while the incident is dealt with.
Power Cut Hits Local Homes
Residents nearby have been left in the dark after power was cut as a precaution. Southern Gas Networks isolated the supply while emergency works continue.
The fire erupted around 11pm on Thursday night, causing disruption well into Friday morning.
