Fish was smoked in a different sense as fire crews were called to a chip shop in Lenham this morning.

Services were called to the shop on The Square to respond to an emergency call which was first believed to be in connection with a blaze.

It was actually the result of a smoke 'cloak' - linked with the intruder alarm system to deter potential trespassers.

What triggered the alarm is currently unknown.

Two pumps from Ashford were called to the scene at 3.31am today, firefighters entered wearing breathing apparatus to make sure all residents were safe.

There were no reported injuries as everyone was safely accounted for.

They left shortly after 4am.