A log burner started a fire in the bedroom of a family home in Horsmonden.

Two fire engines were called to the blaze in Church Lane yesterday evening.

The 999 call was received just after 7.30pm and crews were able to leave the scene an hour later

Crews used specialist chimney gear and flexi-packs to extinguish the flames. Fortunately there were no casualties reported.

Subsequently firefighters issued a warning, saying: "If you have a chimney, woodburner or fireplace, it's important to have them swept regularly to keep them clear of soot or debris, which will help to reduce the risk of an emergency."

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