A fire that spread up the outside of a house led to emergency crews being called out.

Firefighters were sent to Kent Avenue, Minster, Sheppey, at about 10.35pm yesterday.

Two fire engines and two hoses were used, along with water from a nearby hydrant, to put it out.

A Kent Fire and Rescue Service spokesman confirmed no casualties were reported.

They added: "The exact cause has not yet been confirmed but [it] is believed to [have been] accidental."

The crews had left by 11.10pm.

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