An investigation is under way into a major blaze in Whitstable town centre on Friday night.

Fire crews attended the scene at just after 7.50pm after reports of a blaze in a derelict property behind Gladstone Road - just off the town's main high street.

At its peak, four fire engines were on the scene with surrounding roads closed.

Flames and smoke could be seen around the town.

The fire was in a derelict building close to Whitstable and Seasalter Endowed C of E Primary School.

A spokesman for Kent Fire and Rescue Service said: "Initial reports of a person inside the property were thankfully proved inaccurate and there are no reports of any injuries.

"The cause of the fire has not been determined."

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