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Man rescued by Kent Fire and Rescue Service after car started flooding in Boarley Lane, Maidstone

Firefighters had to save a driver whose car started flooding when he became stuck in a water-filled ditch.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called to assist a man that was stranded in car a flooded road-side ditch in Boarley Lane, Sandling, near Maidstone.

A fire control officer stayed on the line, giving the motorist advice about leaving vehicle as it became flooded with water.

A motorist's car started flooding in a ditch in Boarley Lane, Maidstone (5333578)
A motorist's car started flooding in a ditch in Boarley Lane, Maidstone (5333578)

Crews then led the man to safety. Kent Police also attended the incident and closed the road.

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