Fire Breaks Out in Gas Unit Near Tunbridge Wells
Kent Fire and Rescue Service rushed to tackle a blaze in a gas unit beside a commercial building on Silverdale Road, Tunbridge Wells, this evening.
Blaze Reported at 5:23pm
The alarm was raised at 5:23pm, sending two fire engines to the scene. Firefighters used high-pressure hose reel jets to douse the flames and swiftly brought the situation under control.
Safety Cordon and No Injuries
Once the fire was extinguished, crews set up a safety cordon around the area. They awaited a gas safety engineer from Southern Gas Network to inspect the unit. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, and the fire was contained to the gas unit with no damage to nearby properties.
Kent Fire Praises Quick Response
“Our teams acted swiftly to extinguish the fire and secure the area. We worked closely with the gas safety engineer to ensure the site was made safe,” a Kent Fire spokesperson said.
Authorities Urge Gas Safety Checks
Officials are reminding local businesses and residents to regularly inspect gas units and equipment. Routine maintenance and safety checks are crucial to prevent fires like this from happening again.
