Firefighters Battle Blaze After Bonfire Sparks Grassland Inferno Near Birchington
The Kent Fire and Rescue Service raced to a field fire near St Nicholas At Wade in Birchington. Two fire engines and an all-terrain vehicle tackled flames ripping through grassland and scrub.
Bonfire Sparks Grass and Scrub Blaze
Firefighters quickly used flexi-packs and beaters to douse the fire. The blaze was sparked accidentally after flames from a nearby bonfire spread into dry vegetation.
Fire Crews Issue Urgent Safety Warning
Following the incident, crews urged the public to stay vigilant this fire season. They warned:
- Keep bonfires small and manageable
- Always supervise them
- Keep fires far from greenery and buildings
- Avoid lighting fires during hot or windy weather
“If you spot a grass fire, get to safety and dial 999 immediately,” fire crews advised.
