Firefighters are currently at the scene of a fire involving a large pile of compost heap.

Three engines and a bulk water carrier were called to Burham Road, in Rochester, at 12.52pm.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service said: “The technical rescue team is also in attendance and firefighters are using a telehandler machine to help break down the heap.”

People living and working nearby are advised to close their windows and doors as a precaution, due to smoke coming from the incident.

More as we get it.