A large fire broke out at an electrical substation in Westminster, London, early in the morning, prompting the response of 70 firefighters. The blaze started around 5:30 AM in Victoria Passage, creating a significant smoke cloud that has been widely shared on social media. Station Commander Paul Morgan advised residents to shut their windows and doors. The cause of the fire remains undetermined, and fire crews are using specialized equipment to combat the flames, recalling a previous incident at a substation near Heathrow that disrupted hundreds of flights.
A highly visible fire at an electrical substation in Westminster has resulted in heavy smoke over London, with 70 firefighters tackling the ongoing blaze.
Residents have been advised to keep windows and doors closed as the fire in Victoria Passage produces a significant black cloud visible across the city.
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