A cat and dog died in a house fire caused by a suspected electrical fault.

Crews in three fire engines were called to the blaze in Fernleigh Rise in Ditton, Aylesford at about 8.20pm yesterday.

Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used hose reel jets to tackle the flames in the kitchen.

A man was checked over by paramedics after breathing in smoke. Sadly, the pets died at the scene.

A fire service volunteer response team and The British Red Cross attended to give support to the resident.

A high pressure fan was then used to clear the property of smoke.

A fire service spokesman added: "The cause of the fire is believed to be accidental, and possibly linked to an electrical item or electrical fault."

Crews left the scene just after 10pm.