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#london-fire-brigade

The fire at a historic Grade II listed derelict pub in Mitcham damaged three floors and the roof, with emergency services battling for almost three hours. [ more ]

Three young men died in a car crash at Staples Corner, with two others injured and under treatment, prompting emergency services response and ongoing investigations. [ more ]

Emergency services respond to a crash between two cars in Ladywell Road, Lewisham.

No major injuries reported as paramedics treat individuals at the scene. [ more ]

Emergency services responded to a house fire in Clapton, leading to road closures and hospitalizations.

Eight fire engines and 60 firefighters worked together to control the fire in the three-storey house. [ more ]

Investigation ongoing after fire at Forest Gate Police Station

Emergency services continue monitoring situation post-fire [ more ]

One person treated at scene of M25 crash causing delays

Road closures and delays at M25 junction 29 due to crash [ more ]

A historic pub in London's south-west, the Burn Bullock in Mitcham, suffered significant damage in a fire despite 80 firefighters' efforts. [ more ]

Four men assessed at the scene of a huge fire at a derelict pub in Mitcham. Firefighters controlled the fire using a 32-meter turntable ladder as a water tower. [ more ]

Quick action by emergency responders led to the swift rescue of a woman trapped in an overturned car after a collision. [ more ]

Unsafe disposal of smoking materials caused a fire in a hostel, highlighting the importance of fire safety measures and tools like the Home Fire Safety Checker. [ more ]

Partial road closures in place due to a blaze at a derelict pub in Dagenham.

No injuries reported as fire destroys roof of the disused pub. [ more ]

200 firefighters are tackling a blaze at Forest Gate Police Station.

Road closures are in place and firefighters will be working into the night. [ more ]

One man died in a flat fire on Woolwich Common, with firefighters rescuing others.

The cause of the fire in the six-storey block of flats is under investigation. [ more ]

A fire ripped through a flat and damaged a shop and offices on Holloway Road in London.

A man was rushed to hospital and six people evacuated from neighboring flats. [ more ]

Fire in Harold Hill block of flats prompts investigation. [ more ]

Firefighters rescued a cat stuck in a chimney for two days after running up due to a vacuum cleaner.

Firefighters emphasize calling animal rescue organizations first to avoid putting oneself at risk during animal rescue operations. [ more ]

Central Park Leisure Centre in Harold Hill reopened after chemicals found. Man hospitalized as a precaution. Operational issue in plant room caused closure.

All facilities apart from health suite unaffected. Leisure Centre managed by Everyone Active. Inconvenience apologized, plant room operational issue cited as cause. [ more ]

A leisure centre in Harold Hill was closed temporarily after chemicals were found on site by firefighters.

Firefighters identified chemicals in a bucket in the plant room and took precautionary measures to check for elevated readings of chemical substances. [ more ]

Four fire engines and 25 firefighters responded to a blaze in Camden, London.

The fire damaged the ground floor and basement of a residential property, with the cause under investigation. [ more ]

Firefighters responded to a blaze at St Andrews CoFE Parish Church, damaging several parts of the building.

Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters dealt with the fire at the church's ground floor, first floor, and roof. [ more ]

A bonfire warning has been issued after a fire in Erith due to unattended burning spreading out of control.

Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters were called to the scene to extinguish the fire. [ more ]

Fire broke out in an Archway retirement home, leading to a man being rushed to the hospital and a woman assessed for smoke inhalation.

The fire was accidental, believed to have been caused by an electrical fault in a cooker; it damaged half of a flat on the first floor. [ more ]

Firefighters were called to Sutton station after an e-bike burst into flames, luckily, no one was injured.

The incident underscores the importance of buying e-bikes from reputable sellers due to risks of incorrect parts from online marketplaces. [ more ]

The Roebuck pub in Hampstead suffered an upstairs kitchen fire but the pub itself was unharmed.

The London Fire Brigade responded swiftly, and the pub was able to reopen the following day. [ more ]

A man was hospitalized after a fire in a third-floor flat in East Finchley.

24 calls were made about the blaze, with firefighters extinguishing it by 8.20 am. [ more ]

E-bikes and e-scooters can be dangerous if not used safely.

DIY conversion of pedal bikes into e-bikes poses a high risk of fire. [ more ]

E-vehicle fires are becoming increasingly common in cities like London

The risk of fire from e-bikes and e-scooters is higher when using unsafe/damaged batteries [ more ]

London Fire Brigade called more than once a day on average to help lift or rescue obese patients.

Highest yearly total of 426 calls in 2023, up from 88 calls in 2019. [ more ]

A cigarette caused a fire in a 33-storey flat block on the Isle of Dogs.

London Fire Brigade emphasizes proper cigarette disposal to prevent fires. [ more ]

Unsafe cigarette disposal caused scaffolding yard fire

Reminder to properly dispose cigarettes to prevent fires [ more ]

The fire in Newick Road is being investigated as a potential antisemitic hate crime.

Four people were hospitalized due to the incident, but none are critically injured. [ more ]

Fire crews responded to a bus fire in Kingston's Home Park Parade.

Two fire engines and around ten firefighters extinguished the blaze by 2.48pm. [ more ]

Police are investigating a fire that destroyed a derelict pub in Dagenham.

No injuries were reported from the fire at the Ship & Anchor pub in Dagenham. [ more ]

Fire engulfs terraced house in Clapton

Road closures and traffic diversions due to fire [ more ]

London Fire Brigade is investigating a maisonette fire in Abbey Wood where two women escaped unharmed.

Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters were involved in controlling the fire at Lensbury Way. [ more ]

The Ship & Anchor pub in Dagenham was gutted by fire, no injuries reported.

Fire crews stayed all night to extinguish the blaze in the disused pub. [ more ]

The newsagents in Dagenham suffered significant fire damage, leading to temporary closure.

Fourteen 999 calls were made, and forty firefighters responded to the blaze that was under control within an hour. [ more ]

Ten fire engines and 70 firefighters responded to a flat fire in Erith.

Five people were treated at the scene by paramedics. [ more ]

Emergency response in Abbey Wood incident involved London Ambulance Service, London Fire Brigade, and paramedic resources.

Metropolitan Police were not called to the incident in Abbey Wood. [ more ]

Firefighters operate in high-risk buildings due to Grenfell-style cladding, urging building owners to fix issues.

London Fire Brigade Commissioner Andy Roe highlights urgency to remove cladding from 1,250 high-rise blocks in London. [ more ]

Candle safety is crucial to prevent accidental fires.

Using flameless LED candles can be a safer alternative to traditional candles. [ more ]

More than 100 firefighters are tackling a fire at Forest Gate Police Station in Newham.

Large amounts of smoke have been produced; local residents advised to keep windows and doors closed. [ more ]

London Fire Brigade moved out of special measures by HMICFRS after implementing changes.

Significant progress made in improving LFB's human resource function, addressing bullying, discrimination, and enhancing staff vetting. [ more ]

Fire in Croydon flat under investigation

No injuries reported during the incident [ more ]

E-bikes and e-scooters pose fire risks in London

Importance of safely storing and charging e-bikes and e-scooters [ more ]

Multiple fire crews and residents were involved in a significant fire incident in South Kensington, resulting in property damage and several rescues.

The fire operations were challenging, requiring a large team to control and prevent further spread, impacting road closures but not rail services. [ more ]

Mother claims London Fire Brigade commissioner is failing to expose the truth about firefighter's suicide

Independent report found no evidence of bullying in firefighter's case. [ more ]

E-bike in London exploded with jets of flame hot enough to melt metal

London Fire Brigade warns of dangers from converted e-bikes and e-scooters [ more ]

LFB commissioner apologized for failing the firefighter due to organization culture.

Mother claims the organization investigation findings were inaccurate. [ more ]

Fire in Wembley shop caused by heater being too close to combustible items

25 firefighters responded to the incident just before 4pm after the brigade received 15 emergency calls. [ more ]

Fires are more likely to start in the kitchen.

Following cooking safety advice is crucial. [ more ]

No direct evidence of discrimination, bullying or harassment by colleagues in firefighter's suicide investigation.

Independent review found no evidence of bullying related to the firefighter's race. [ more ]

London Fire Brigade should have provided better support to a young firefighter who tragically took his own life. The investigation found no evidence of bullying based on race or other factors. [ more ]

An independent review found no evidence of racial bullying towards the firefighter.

The report highlighted failings in organizational protocols and working conditions that may have impacted the firefighter. [ more ]

Dodgy lithium battery pack on electric bike linked to fire in Pimlico.

London Fire Brigade warns against using UPP batteries due to fire risks. [ more ]

Unsafe disposal of smoking materials caused Woolwich flat block fire.

Reminder on importance of working smoke alarms and cigarette safety. [ more ]

London Fire Brigade saved a woman trapped in a flat after an e-scooter caused a fire.

Firefighter Paul Fergus and sub-officer Zafer Nadji rescued the woman from the flat. [ more ]

The Old Bailey, the world's most famous criminal court, will reopen on Monday after an electrical fire caused an evacuation and power outage.

The fire was accidental and not suspicious, according to the London Fire Brigade. [ more ]

Firefighters tackled a blaze at the Tally Ho pub in North Finchley after flames spread through the building.

The fire was eventually under control after an hour and seventeen minutes. [ more ]