A fire is ongoing at a house in Milton Road, Gravesend.
Firefighters are tackling the flames at the three-storey house, opposite Park Place, just up from the town centre.
Firefighters are at the scene (c.) Simon O'Brien
The fire is coming from the roof which appears to have been in the process of renovation.
Luke Randall, 25, of Lignum Carpentry and Construction, was working in the house next door when the fire broke, which he believes to be at around 9.10am.
It is believed that the fire started after a generator exploded although this has not been confirmed by the emergency services.
According to Mr Randall it is believed that some damage to the roof next door was sustained as a result of the fire.
Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) were called to the scene at 9.27am.
Crews wearing breathing apparatus have carried out a full search of the property.
They have confirmed that everyone has been accounted for.
Kent Police had closed the road but has since reopened.
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A spokesman for KFRS said: "We were called to reports of a domestic house fire in Milton Road.
Fire fighters are tacking the blaze in Milton Road, Gravesend (c.) Bindi Burrha
"Four fire engines and a height vehicle are at the scene.
"Firefighters are using main jets and hose reels to tackle the blaze which is affecting the roof and all floors of the building."
A spokesman for the South East Coast Ambulance Service said: "We attended the scene to support the fire service.
"No people were inside the house and there were no injuries."
Firefighters tackle the blaze which is thought to still be on-going (c.) Simon O'Brien
If you're at the scene, send your pictures to james.parsons@london.newsquest.co.uk
More to follow.
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