Dozens of people living next to fire hit Folkestone hotel moved over safety fears The Grand Burstin Hotel's inferno sent shockwaves through the seaside town of Folkestone, leaving a trail of displaced residents and raising questions about building safety.
The blaze highlighted the gravity of the situation, with 280 people evacuated from the hotel in a matter of minutes.
Kent Fire and Rescue Service responded swiftly to the emergency call, and their initial assessment suggested that the fire may have been caused by arson.