House fire in Tunbridge Wells

Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called to reports of a house fire in Redleaf Close

Wednesday 11:30am

Three fire engines attended and crews, wearing breathing apparatus, used hose reel and main jets to extinguish the flames. 

The volunteer response team also attended to support the residents.  

There was no reported injuries and the cause is not yet known.

Source: Kent Fire & Rescue

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