Pan Fire Sparks Flat Blaze in Canterbury Street
Kent Fire and Rescue rushed to Canterbury Street flats after a pan of oil overheated and burst into flames. Two fire engines and teams in breathing gear tackled the blaze with main jets and hose reels. A high-powered fan cleared thick smoke from the property.
One Man Treated for Smoke Inhalation
Firefighters led one man out of the flats suffering suspected smoke inhalation. He was handed over to SECAmb paramedics. Thankfully, no other injuries were reported.
Firefighters Issue Urgent Kitchen Safety Warning
- Never leave cooking unattended. Switch off burners and remove pans if you leave the kitchen.
- Keep working smoke alarms on every floor. Test them weekly for early fire warning.
- Stay alert to avoid kitchen fires caused by overheating oil or forgotten pans.
Fire crews remind everyone: a moment’s carelessness can spark a dangerous blaze – stay safe and stay vigilant.
