Fire crews tackle blaze in Canterbury after vegetation catches alight in sweltering heat

Published: 09:45, 25 July 2019

Updated: 09:46, 25 July 2019

Firefighters were called to a blaze in Sturry after vegetation and shrubbery caught alight.

Three fire engines were sent to Herne Bay Road at 7.30pm last night and crews spent almost two hours tackling the fire using a water shuttle.

A Kent Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said they do not yet know what started the blaze.

The fire happened in Herne Bay Road, Sturry. Picture: Google Street View. (14271945)

Temperatures in Sturry exceeded 30 degrees yesterday.

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