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Seventy firefighters tackle fire in Catford high rise on day Grenfell report released

Around 70 firefighters are battling a significant blaze in a Catford tower block, reflecting the seriousness of the situation.

Dagenham fire: Over 200 firefighters tackle huge blaze at tower block in east London with 100 people evacuated

A significant fire in a high-rise building in Dagenham has led to a major incident declaration and extensive emergency response.

Fire breaks out at high-rise flats in Catford

A large fire has erupted in a Catford high-rise flat, prompting a major response from the London Fire Brigade.

Plaistow fire: 70 firefighters tackle blaze at east London tower block as three men treated at scene

A fire in a high-rise flat in Plaistow caused the evacuation of 30 people and saw a significant firefighting response.

Barking: 50 people evacuated from flats after fire

Firefighters rescued around 50 people from a residential fire in Barking, London, where the flat was mostly destroyed.

London fire: hundreds of firefighters attend Dagenham blaze at block of flats

A major fire in Dagenham led to the evacuation of over 100 residents, with extensive firefighting efforts underway.

Seventy firefighters tackle fire in Catford high rise on day Grenfell report released

Around 70 firefighters are battling a significant blaze in a Catford tower block, reflecting the seriousness of the situation.

Dagenham fire: Over 200 firefighters tackle huge blaze at tower block in east London with 100 people evacuated

A significant fire in a high-rise building in Dagenham has led to a major incident declaration and extensive emergency response.

Fire breaks out at high-rise flats in Catford

A large fire has erupted in a Catford high-rise flat, prompting a major response from the London Fire Brigade.

Plaistow fire: 70 firefighters tackle blaze at east London tower block as three men treated at scene

A fire in a high-rise flat in Plaistow caused the evacuation of 30 people and saw a significant firefighting response.

Barking: 50 people evacuated from flats after fire

Firefighters rescued around 50 people from a residential fire in Barking, London, where the flat was mostly destroyed.

London fire: hundreds of firefighters attend Dagenham blaze at block of flats

A major fire in Dagenham led to the evacuation of over 100 residents, with extensive firefighting efforts underway.
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Fire breaks out at London's Somerset House, home to art by Van Gogh and Monet

The priceless artworks at Somerset House were unharmed in a fire that affected the building but was brought under control by firefighters.

Fire crews battle to stop gas explosion after adjoining sheds go up in flames

Fire crews controlled a fire involving gas cylinders in Wimbledon, preventing an explosion and ensuring public safety.

Recycling plant fire closes two schools

The schools in Wimbledon will remain closed until air quality is deemed safe after a significant fire at a recycling plant.

60 firefighters flock to fire in basement of Bromley multi-storey building

A significant fire in a Bromley basement has mobilized around 60 firefighters and multiple fire engines, affecting local residents and traffic.

Catford fire: Large blaze breaks out at tower block

A significant fire has broken out in a tower block in Catford, with major response from firefighters.

Police investigation launched as man taken to hospital after Woolwich flat fire

A flat fire in Woolwich left one man hospitalized and destroyed a second-floor flat while firefighters managed the blaze swiftly.

Fire breaks out at London's Somerset House, home to art by Van Gogh and Monet

The priceless artworks at Somerset House were unharmed in a fire that affected the building but was brought under control by firefighters.

Fire crews battle to stop gas explosion after adjoining sheds go up in flames

Fire crews controlled a fire involving gas cylinders in Wimbledon, preventing an explosion and ensuring public safety.

Recycling plant fire closes two schools

The schools in Wimbledon will remain closed until air quality is deemed safe after a significant fire at a recycling plant.

60 firefighters flock to fire in basement of Bromley multi-storey building

A significant fire in a Bromley basement has mobilized around 60 firefighters and multiple fire engines, affecting local residents and traffic.

Catford fire: Large blaze breaks out at tower block

A significant fire has broken out in a tower block in Catford, with major response from firefighters.

Police investigation launched as man taken to hospital after Woolwich flat fire

A flat fire in Woolwich left one man hospitalized and destroyed a second-floor flat while firefighters managed the blaze swiftly.
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Man rescued from fire on 10th floor

A man was rescued from a high-rise fire in Sydenham, demonstrating effective emergency response and fire safety measures.

Around 60 firefighters battle blaze at Hanwell garage, west London

Sixty firefighters are tackling a significant fire at a vehicle workshop in West London where one person was rescued.

Man treated by ambulance crews after east London flat fire

A flat fire in Canary Wharf was caused by improperly discarded smoking materials, emphasizing the importance of safe disposal.

Person dies after being hit by train in Erith

A person was pronounced dead after being hit by a train at Slade Green Station, with emergency services confirmed not treating the incident as suspicious.

350 people evacuated after gas leak shuts major road

A gas leak led to the evacuation of around 350 people from Parkhurst Road, necessitating emergency services' response.

Ten firefighters called to residential street as Maserati goes up in flames

A blue Maserati caught fire in Isle of Dogs, with firefighters extinguishing it quickly; the cause is still under investigation.

Man rescued from fire on 10th floor

A man was rescued from a high-rise fire in Sydenham, demonstrating effective emergency response and fire safety measures.

Around 60 firefighters battle blaze at Hanwell garage, west London

Sixty firefighters are tackling a significant fire at a vehicle workshop in West London where one person was rescued.

Man treated by ambulance crews after east London flat fire

A flat fire in Canary Wharf was caused by improperly discarded smoking materials, emphasizing the importance of safe disposal.

Person dies after being hit by train in Erith

A person was pronounced dead after being hit by a train at Slade Green Station, with emergency services confirmed not treating the incident as suspicious.

350 people evacuated after gas leak shuts major road

A gas leak led to the evacuation of around 350 people from Parkhurst Road, necessitating emergency services' response.

Ten firefighters called to residential street as Maserati goes up in flames

A blue Maserati caught fire in Isle of Dogs, with firefighters extinguishing it quickly; the cause is still under investigation.
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London Fire Brigade 'failed to heed warnings of high-rise fire before Grenfell', finds report

The Lakanal House fire should have warned the London Fire Brigade about high-rise fire safety, preventing the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

London Fire Brigade 'owes it' to Grenfell survivors and bereaved to learn from inquiry, commissioner says

The London Fire Brigade must learn from the Grenfell Tower disaster to improve its response and safety protocols.

Grenfell Tower residents told to 'stay put for too long'

The stay put policy during the Grenfell Tower fire was disastrous due to rapid fire spread and inadequate building safety standards.

Search Operation Underway After Fire in East London Apartment Building

A significant fire in east London highlights ongoing fire safety issues in buildings and raises echoes of the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

Dozens evacuated as fire engulfs London high-rise

Over 100 people evacuated from a fire-engulfed block of flats in East London.
Firefighters utilized 40 engines and 225 crew members to battle the blaze.

Fear of 'vapour explosion' at electric bus depot planned under tower blocks

London Fire Brigade expresses significant safety concerns regarding the planned electric bus garage under new tower blocks in Edgware.

London Fire Brigade 'failed to heed warnings of high-rise fire before Grenfell', finds report

The Lakanal House fire should have warned the London Fire Brigade about high-rise fire safety, preventing the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

London Fire Brigade 'owes it' to Grenfell survivors and bereaved to learn from inquiry, commissioner says

The London Fire Brigade must learn from the Grenfell Tower disaster to improve its response and safety protocols.

Grenfell Tower residents told to 'stay put for too long'

The stay put policy during the Grenfell Tower fire was disastrous due to rapid fire spread and inadequate building safety standards.

Search Operation Underway After Fire in East London Apartment Building

A significant fire in east London highlights ongoing fire safety issues in buildings and raises echoes of the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

Dozens evacuated as fire engulfs London high-rise

Over 100 people evacuated from a fire-engulfed block of flats in East London.
Firefighters utilized 40 engines and 225 crew members to battle the blaze.

Fear of 'vapour explosion' at electric bus depot planned under tower blocks

London Fire Brigade expresses significant safety concerns regarding the planned electric bus garage under new tower blocks in Edgware.
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UK man admits Russia-linked arson charge

Dylan Earl admitted to arson targeting a Ukrainian business, breaching the National Security Act, with alleged ties to Russian interests.
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Grenfell Tower residents told to 'stay put for too long', says London fire chief

The stay put advice from the LFB potentially cost lives during the Grenfell Tower fire, emphasizing the need for timely evacuation orders.

Huge fire in building with 'number of safety issues' as 100 evacuated

A major fire in Dagenham prompted a mass evacuation due to known safety issues in the building.

Nine emergency calls report car fire near shopping centre and tube station

A car caught fire near Shepherd's Bush tube station, resulting in significant emergency response.

Roads still shut after flooding hits homes near King's Cross station

A burst water main caused significant flooding near King's Cross station, leading to road closures and emergency services mobilizing to assist affected residents.

Firefighters rush to flat as late night fire causes road closures in Brixton

A flat fire in Brixton led to road closures but no reported injuries.

Car catches fire in street as emergency services close road

A car fire in Romford caused significant damage and led to road closures and diversions for local bus routes.

Grenfell Tower residents told to 'stay put for too long', says London fire chief

The stay put advice from the LFB potentially cost lives during the Grenfell Tower fire, emphasizing the need for timely evacuation orders.

Huge fire in building with 'number of safety issues' as 100 evacuated

A major fire in Dagenham prompted a mass evacuation due to known safety issues in the building.

Nine emergency calls report car fire near shopping centre and tube station

A car caught fire near Shepherd's Bush tube station, resulting in significant emergency response.

Roads still shut after flooding hits homes near King's Cross station

A burst water main caused significant flooding near King's Cross station, leading to road closures and emergency services mobilizing to assist affected residents.

Firefighters rush to flat as late night fire causes road closures in Brixton

A flat fire in Brixton led to road closures but no reported injuries.

Car catches fire in street as emergency services close road

A car fire in Romford caused significant damage and led to road closures and diversions for local bus routes.
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London travel news LIVE: Blackwall Tunnel van fire sparks chaos as drivers abandon cars and crossing shut

A van fire in the Blackwall Tunnel caused major traffic delays and drivers had to abandon their cars, but no injuries were reported.

Two in hospital after fire which saw 50 people evacuated from flats

A fire in a Barking building resulted in 50 evacuations and two hospitalizations, with the cause under investigation.

London travel news LIVE: Blackwall Tunnel van fire sparks chaos as drivers abandon cars and crossing shut

A van fire in the Blackwall Tunnel caused major traffic delays and drivers had to abandon their cars, but no injuries were reported.

Two in hospital after fire which saw 50 people evacuated from flats

A fire in a Barking building resulted in 50 evacuations and two hospitalizations, with the cause under investigation.
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Mother calls for TfL to ban e-bikes after her daughter died in battery fire

The tragic death of Sofia Duarte from an e-bike fire highlights the urgent need for stricter regulations on e-bike safety in London.

Cat rescued after being trapped between walls of south London home for 10 hours

Flint the cat spent 10 hours trapped between walls before being rescued by the London Fire Brigade and is now receiving care from the RSPCA.

London fire chief calls for 'myth busting' on building safety and company profit

Building safety regulations can coexist with economic success, as evidenced by the US modeling a profitable construction environment despite strict requirements.

Romford shopping centre issues update after fire sparks mass evacuation

A fire at a restaurant in Brewery Shopping Centre led to the evacuation of approximately 200 people, with no reported injuries.

Solar panels on roof of Sutton Sainsbury's catch fire

Firefighters successfully extinguished a fire at Sainsbury's in Sutton caused by solar panels, with no injuries reported and the store reopening later.
The incident highlights the potential risks of solar panel installations, necessitating quick and efficient emergency responses.

Scientists look into London's 2022 'firewaves'

Vapor pressure deficit (VPD) was identified as a key factor for increased wildfires in London, highlighting the need for improved predictive measures.
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