Child dies and another in hospital after house fire

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• Ann Millington, KFRS chief executive, 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."PA MediaAt the height of the blaze there were six fire engines at the scene of the blazeAn investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing. Firefighters had previously urged people living nearby or travelling through the area to close windows and doors due to the smoke, but this advice has since been lifted. KFRS said in an update at 17:45 that it was scaling down its response, with two fire engines and a crew continuing to damp down.
• A volunteer response team was on the scene offering crew welfare and support, it added. Follow BBC Kent on Facebook, X, and Instagram.
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