Firefighters were called to a blaze in the roof of a house last night.

Crews attended Ridge Lane in Meopham just after 10.30pm following reports of a fire at a property.

Three fire engines and a bulk water carrier were in attendance.

Crews wore breathing apparatus as they used hose reel jets to tackle the flames. The incident was cleared at around 1.45am.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service spokesman Kirsty Gearey said there were no reported injuries.

Police were called to the site at around 11pm.

The cause of the fire is not yet known and investigations are ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to call Kent Police on 01474 366149, quoting reference 46/226443/19.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org

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