The cause of a fire which destroyed a holiday caravan in Whitstable is being investigated by police.

The blaze at the Seaview Caravan Park started shortly after midnight and gutted the 32ft caravan in 15 minutes.

Two crews of firefighters from Whitstable fought the blaze and evacuated some of the neighbouring caravans for safety reasons.

Watch manager Richard Judge said: "We had two appliances at the scene but it went up very quickly. There were some propane gas cylinders which we had to move and make safe but nobody was in danger.

He added: "We don't know the cause at this stage so it is being investigated."

The fire was witnessed by David Hipperson who owns a caravan nearby.

He said: "I heard a lot of crackling and banging and thought it was kids letting off fireworks.

"But when I stepped outside, the caravan was already well alight and lighting up the sky.

"All I know is that the owner is called Paul but he is not local. It's sad to see his van like that because it must be worth £25,000."