A major fire erupted at a Grade II listed building on Richmond Road in Kingston, leading to a large firefighting response. Approximately 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines were deployed to combat the blaze, which was captured in alarming footage showing substantial smoke plumes. As emergency services worked diligently, Station Commander Will Thompson reported progress in extinguishing the fire and urged residents to keep windows and doors shut due to smoke. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and road closures were implemented to facilitate the emergency response.
A shocking video shows plumes of smoke from a fire at a historic building filling the air in Kingston.
Fire crews were called just before 2.30pm today (March 16) to Richmond Road.
Station Commander Will Thompson, who is at the scene, said: 'Crews are making steady progress in tackling the fire.'
The building on fire, which sits at the junction between Richmond Road and Canbury Park Road, is Grade II listed.
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