dThree fire engines were called to battle a fire in Folkestone in the early hours of this morning.

It is believed that the fire started at a building which is currently under construction in Shorncliffe Road.

The ground floor was well alight by the time fire crews were called just after 3.30am.

They used two hose reel jets and two hydrants to battle the blaze.

One fire engine was able to leave the scene at 5.30am, and all crews left at 6.45am.

Did you see the fire? Email: folkestoneexpress@thekmgroup.co.uk.