Fire crews were called to tackle flames in a large recycling bin in the car park of a swimming pool.

This picture was taken by Linda Hammond at Tides in Deal at about 5am today.

She said: "Our wonderful fire service was there in minutes."

A spokesman said: "Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called to reports of a wheelie bin alight in Victoria Park in Deal at around 4.51am. One fire engine was sent to the scene and crews used hydraulic cutting gear to gain access to the fire, before extinguishing the flames.

"The cause is not known. No casualties were reported."

The stop time was recorded as 5.11am.

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