Update 08:00

This incident has now been closed with no further action from KFRS and duty of care handed back to the owner of the property.

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Update: 20:30

We're pleased to tell people that windows and doors can now be reopened. Thanks for your patience and understanding.

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Update: 16:30

Ten fire engines remain at the scene of a fire in an industrial unit on Revenge Road in Chatham. Crews wearing breathing apparatus have been using main jets and hose reel jets to extinguish the blaze. Those living or working in the area are still advised to keep windows and doors closed as a precaution due to smoke, and are asked to avoid the area where possible.

No casualties have been reported.

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Update: 15:00

Firefighters remain at the scene of a fire in an industrial unit on Revenge Road in Chatham. Ten fire engines are now in attendance, and crews wearing breathing apparatus are using main jets and hose reel jets to tackle the fire. Those living or working in the area are still advised to keep windows and doors closed as a precaution due to smoke, and are asked to avoid the area where possible.

Please pass this message onto anyone who may not have internet or social media.

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Kent Fire and Rescue Service is currently at the scene of a fire in an industrial unit on Revenge Road in Chatham. Eight fire engines and a height vehicle have been sent to the scene, and crews are using main jets and hose reel jets to tackle the blaze.

Firefighters advise anyone living or working nearby to keep windows and doors closed as a precaution due to smoke, and are asking people to avoid the area where possible while crews deal with the incident.

More to follow.