House Fire Earlsworth Road
Dear Residents,
House Fire Earlsworth Road
As many of you will know, Kent Fire and Rescue Service were called to a house fire in Earlsworth Road in Willesborough, Ashford, in the early hours of Wednesday morning this week.
As Kent Fire and Rescue Service has reported-
“At the height of the fire, seven fire engines and a height vehicle were at the scene. Crews wearing breathing apparatus used hose reel jets to put the fire out, and accessed water from hydrants.
“Two people were handed into the care of SECAmb paramedics, suffering the effects of smoke inhalation. Kent Police also attended.
“The cause of the fire is not yet known.”
SWANCC are grateful that no one was seriously hurt and we extend our deepest concern to the residents whose homes were affected by the fire.
As a community, residents responded with care and diligent action to support Emergency Services, and we thank everyone for cooperating so calmly and responsibly.
SWANCC are also extremely appreciative to the emergency services for their swift and positive action during this incident and their ongoing communication with ourselves and partner agencies; including Peter New from Neighbourhood Watch, throughout the day yesterday.
An investigation is being carried out into the cause of the fire, and we await this information.
If you, or someone you know, has been affected by this incident, support is available. It is important to look after your own wellbeing and that of those close to you. Information and advice on fire safety and available support services can be accessed from the following services:
Kent County Council – Release the Pressure for free confidential support 24/7 from trained counsellors on 0800 107 0160 or text the word Kent to 85258
The Samaritans are available to help anyone going through any sort of crisis or difficulty 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by phone, email and letter. Calls to the Samaritans are free on 116 123.
More information on support is available at the Kent Fire and Rescue website on the following link www.kent.fire-uk.org/support-after-incident
SWANCC will continue to work with Peter New at Neighbourhood Watch and Partner agencies to ensure residents receive appropriate support and updates as needed.
