A child has died and another has been taken to hospital after a house fire in Kent.

Six fire engines and a height vehicle were sent to a property in the village of Hamstreet, near Ashford, shortly after midday, after an "intense fire" spread throughout the home, Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) said.

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."

The fire service said two fire engines and crews remain on the scene to "dampen down" the property.

Earlier, it urged people living or travelling near the area to close their windows and doors due to the smoke and to stay away. People living or travelling nearby are no longer being advised to close their windows and doors.

An investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.