Explosions heard and shops evacuated after vape sparks council van fire
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A council waste van caught fire after a used vape ignited it, causing explosions and evacuations in Singleton Centre, Ashford.Summary
A council-owned waste vehicle parked outside the Singleton Barn pub in Ashford caught fire after a used vape ignited it. Workers and shoppers heard a series of explosions and were evacuated from the Singleton Centre. Fire crews arrived within minutes and used hose reels and foam to extinguish the blaze. The incident caused no injuries, and the vehicle's occupants were safe. Authorities warned residents not to dispose of used vapes in bins and to recycle batteries separately.
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