Fire crews are set to be at the scene of a blaze which has raged for days for another month to come.

The fire at the Westwood industrial estate unit near Margate broke out 11 days ago on Saturday, September 15 and crews are now expected to be on site until late October.

At its height, 80 firefighters were battling the blaze in Nash Road - with huge plumes of smoke visible from Sandwich.

A boy and two girls, aged 12, and a 13-year-old girl, have been arrested on suspicion of arson.

Today, Kent Fire and Rescue Service revealed crews are now expected to be at the building for weeks ahead.

A spokesman said: "Firefighters have been tackling a fire at the Westwood industrial estate, Enterprise Way, Margate since Saturday, September 15, and they are expected to have a presence on site until late October.

"KFRS would like to thank the local community for their patience and support while crews work hard to make the area safe."

The abandoned industrial unit is said to have contained 6,000 bales of 'illegally stored waste', according to the Environment Agency.

It has sparked health concerns with those living nearby, with the acrid fumes from have left children and babies needing medical treatment.

Public Health England has advised those living in the area to stay indoors and keep their windows closed.