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Jonathan Coles

Sittingbourne fire: Huge blaze at factory with locals told to close windows and doors

A huge blaze has broken out in a unit on an industrial estate in Kent - with residents told to stay indoors and close their doors.

The local fire service said 11 engines had been sent to the scene on West Lane in Sittingbourne on Saturday night.

The fire is believed to be in a building used by the recycling company Suez, which handles tonnes of commercial waste, reports say.

Fire crews arrived at around 7pm and are expected to remain in place for several hours.

Kent Fire & Rescue Service said: "Kent Fire and Rescue Service has been called to reports of a fire at a commercial premises in West Lane, Sittingbourne.

"Eleven fire engines, a height vehicle and a bulk water carrier have been sent to the scene.

Do you have any pictures or videos of the fire? Email webnews@mirror.co.uk.

Residents have been told to close their windows and doors (@Kent_999s/Twitter)

"People who live or work in the Kemsley and Iwade areas are advised to keep their windows and doors closed as a precaution, due to smoke coming from the incident.

"Please share this information with any neighbours, or people who live in the affected areas, who might not have access to internet or social media."

Sittingbourne is located around 45 miles from London, in the north of Kent.

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