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One child died at the scene and a second youngster has been taken to hospital following the fire in the village of Hamstreet in Ashford, Kent
Everything you need to know
- A child has died in a house fire, Kent Fire and Rescue Service said
- A second child has been taken to hospital after the fire in White Admiral Way, in the village of Hamstreet, in Ashford
- The fire service said “an intense fire” had spread throughout the semi-detached property when firefighters arrived shortly after 12.10pm on Sunday
- Six fire engines and a height vehicle were sent to tackle the blaze
- Ann Millington, chief executive of Kent Fire and Rescue Service, said: “Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with everyone affected by this tragic incident, especially the child’s loved ones. We understand this will be a distressing time for the local community and support is available at a welfare hub set up at Hamstreet Village Hall.”
- Two fire engines and crews remain at the scene to dampen down, supported by the volunteer response team
- An investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing
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