Fire crews tackling blaze at recycling centre in Strood

People have been asked to keep their doors and windows closed due to the smoke

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 11th Jul 2025

Firefighters are tackling a blaze at a recycling centre in Kent.

Four fire engines were called to Clipper Close in Strood this morning.

Its reported all staff are safe and accounted for.

People living in the area are being advised to keep their doors and windows closed due to the smoke.

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