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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jordan Reynolds

Dozens of people living next to fire-hit Folkestone hotel moved over safety fears

Dozens of residents near a Folkestone hotel affected by a major fire have been moved from their homes amid concerns the building's structure has been compromised.

Fire crews were called to the Grand Burstin Hotel in The Harbour shortly after 1am on Saturday, with investigators suspecting the blaze began in the basement, according to Kent Fire and Rescue Service.

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