How many flights have been diverted across the world amid Heathrow Airport closure?Heathrow Airport is closed due to a fire, leading to widespread flight cancellations and diversions.
Heathrow Airport reopens as first flight takes off and service resumesHeathrow Airport resumed operations after a power outage caused by a fire at an off-airport substation.Passengers are advised to check flight status due to ongoing adjustments after the incident.
What's happening at Heathrow Airport? Update after London fire throws air travel into disarrayHeathrow Airport has closed due to a fire at an electrical substation, disrupting over 1,350 flights and affecting thousands of homes.
Watch: Flames tower above Hayes electricity substation as drivers stop to film west London blazeA transformer fire at a London substation led to a major disruption, including the full closure of Heathrow Airport and a widespread power outage.
Firefighters Tackle Substation Fire That Cut Power at Heathrow AirportA fire at an electrical substation disrupted power for Heathrow Airport and thousands of homes in western London, with firefighters still battling the blaze.
Datacenters stay up as substation fire closes Heathrow AirpoHeathrow Airport closes due to a fire-induced power outage, while nearby datacenters remain unaffected as of the latest updates.
How many flights have been diverted across the world amid Heathrow Airport closure?Heathrow Airport is closed due to a fire, leading to widespread flight cancellations and diversions.
Heathrow Airport reopens as first flight takes off and service resumesHeathrow Airport resumed operations after a power outage caused by a fire at an off-airport substation.Passengers are advised to check flight status due to ongoing adjustments after the incident.
What's happening at Heathrow Airport? Update after London fire throws air travel into disarrayHeathrow Airport has closed due to a fire at an electrical substation, disrupting over 1,350 flights and affecting thousands of homes.
Watch: Flames tower above Hayes electricity substation as drivers stop to film west London blazeA transformer fire at a London substation led to a major disruption, including the full closure of Heathrow Airport and a widespread power outage.
Firefighters Tackle Substation Fire That Cut Power at Heathrow AirportA fire at an electrical substation disrupted power for Heathrow Airport and thousands of homes in western London, with firefighters still battling the blaze.
Datacenters stay up as substation fire closes Heathrow AirpoHeathrow Airport closes due to a fire-induced power outage, while nearby datacenters remain unaffected as of the latest updates.
Smoke fills skyline as fire crews tackle London blazeAround 40 firefighters are combating a significant fire in central London affecting a mixed-use building.
Kingston fire: 150 firefighters tackle blaze in south London town centreAround 150 firefighters are combating a blaze at a disused building in Kingston, south London.Residents are advised to stay indoors and keep windows closed due to the fire.
Woman rescued from roof of burning Catford home as three people in hospitalA woman was rescued from the roof of a burning home in Catford by firefighters, highlighting the successful emergency response.
Pictures show devastating aftermath of suspected arson attack on house in CatfordA suspected arson fire caused severe damage to a semi-detached house in Catford, leading to one hospitalization and an ongoing investigation.
Walthamstow pub damaged after fire spreads in early morningThe Bell pub in Walthamstow caught fire early morning, causing damage to its entrance but no injuries reported.
60 firefighters flock to fire in basement of Bromley multi-storey buildingA significant fire in a Bromley basement has mobilized around 60 firefighters and multiple fire engines, affecting local residents and traffic.
Smoke fills skyline as fire crews tackle London blazeAround 40 firefighters are combating a significant fire in central London affecting a mixed-use building.
Kingston fire: 150 firefighters tackle blaze in south London town centreAround 150 firefighters are combating a blaze at a disused building in Kingston, south London.Residents are advised to stay indoors and keep windows closed due to the fire.
Woman rescued from roof of burning Catford home as three people in hospitalA woman was rescued from the roof of a burning home in Catford by firefighters, highlighting the successful emergency response.
Pictures show devastating aftermath of suspected arson attack on house in CatfordA suspected arson fire caused severe damage to a semi-detached house in Catford, leading to one hospitalization and an ongoing investigation.
Walthamstow pub damaged after fire spreads in early morningThe Bell pub in Walthamstow caught fire early morning, causing damage to its entrance but no injuries reported.
60 firefighters flock to fire in basement of Bromley multi-storey buildingA significant fire in a Bromley basement has mobilized around 60 firefighters and multiple fire engines, affecting local residents and traffic.
Lorry containing scrap metal goes up in flames on major road in Park RoyalA lorry carrying scrap metal caught fire on the A406 North Circular, causing major traffic disruptions in Park Royal.
Fire service give update on Hayes substation blaze after major incident declaredA fire at a substation in Hayes involved 25,000 litres of oil, causing significant power outages for thousands of households.
Tower Bridge was temporarily closed after a man scaled structure - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comA man scaled Tower Bridge, prompting its closure and requiring assistance from emergency services.
Firefighters battle blaze at Royal Free Hospital in HampsteadOver 60 firefighters controlled a recreational building fire near the Royal Free Hospital, minimizing disruption and ensuring public safety.
Plaistow fire: 70 firefighters tackle blaze at east London tower block as three men treated at sceneA fire in a high-rise flat in Plaistow caused the evacuation of 30 people and saw a significant firefighting response.
Fire breaks out at Royal Free HospitalA fire broke out at the Royal Free Hospital in Hampstead, leading to significant firefighting efforts and traffic disruptions in the area.
Hotel in Marylebone partially destroyed after huge fire caused by pizza ovenThe London Fire Brigade successfully contained a fire at the Chiltern Firehouse with no injuries reported, despite complex challenges.
Around 60 firefighters battle blaze at Hanwell garage, west LondonSixty firefighters are tackling a significant fire at a vehicle workshop in West London where one person was rescued.
Tower Bridge was temporarily closed after a man scaled structure - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comA man scaled Tower Bridge, prompting its closure and requiring assistance from emergency services.
Firefighters battle blaze at Royal Free Hospital in HampsteadOver 60 firefighters controlled a recreational building fire near the Royal Free Hospital, minimizing disruption and ensuring public safety.
Plaistow fire: 70 firefighters tackle blaze at east London tower block as three men treated at sceneA fire in a high-rise flat in Plaistow caused the evacuation of 30 people and saw a significant firefighting response.
Fire breaks out at Royal Free HospitalA fire broke out at the Royal Free Hospital in Hampstead, leading to significant firefighting efforts and traffic disruptions in the area.
Hotel in Marylebone partially destroyed after huge fire caused by pizza ovenThe London Fire Brigade successfully contained a fire at the Chiltern Firehouse with no injuries reported, despite complex challenges.
Around 60 firefighters battle blaze at Hanwell garage, west LondonSixty firefighters are tackling a significant fire at a vehicle workshop in West London where one person was rescued.
Fear of 'vapour explosion' at electric bus depot planned under tower blocksLondon Fire Brigade expresses significant safety concerns regarding the planned electric bus garage under new tower blocks in Edgware.
Safety warning over buying e-bikes and e-scootersPotential buyers of e-bikes and e-scooters are warned about fire risks from unsafe products during Black Friday sales.
Person jumps to safety to escape as huge fire engulfs Southwark workshopThe fire at Union Street was caused by lithium battery failure, posing severe dangers to occupants and firefighters alike.
Baby among those rescued from restaurant fire in HarlesdenA significant fire in Harlesden resulted in the rescue of several individuals, including a baby, highlighting fire safety deficiencies.
Fire which saw two rescued 'caused by e-bike'Improperly converted e-bikes pose significant fire risks, urging caution and professional assistance to avoid dangerous situations.
Calls for all new Bromley flats to have sprinkler system amid 'fire safety scandal'Rod Reed calls for mandatory sprinklers in all new residential builds in Bromley, highlighting fire safety concerns since Grenfell.
Fear of 'vapour explosion' at electric bus depot planned under tower blocksLondon Fire Brigade expresses significant safety concerns regarding the planned electric bus garage under new tower blocks in Edgware.
Safety warning over buying e-bikes and e-scootersPotential buyers of e-bikes and e-scooters are warned about fire risks from unsafe products during Black Friday sales.
Person jumps to safety to escape as huge fire engulfs Southwark workshopThe fire at Union Street was caused by lithium battery failure, posing severe dangers to occupants and firefighters alike.
Baby among those rescued from restaurant fire in HarlesdenA significant fire in Harlesden resulted in the rescue of several individuals, including a baby, highlighting fire safety deficiencies.
Fire which saw two rescued 'caused by e-bike'Improperly converted e-bikes pose significant fire risks, urging caution and professional assistance to avoid dangerous situations.
Calls for all new Bromley flats to have sprinkler system amid 'fire safety scandal'Rod Reed calls for mandatory sprinklers in all new residential builds in Bromley, highlighting fire safety concerns since Grenfell.
Firefighters train Malawians to prepare for floodsLondon Fire Brigade aids Malawian responders in flood emergencies training after Cyclone Freddy's impact.
Firefighters tackle warehouse blazeOver 120 firefighters are battling a major warehouse fire in east London with drones and aerial equipment.
Investigation launched as 16 people flee homes after fire at shop in BarkingA fire in a Barking shop led to the evacuation of residents, but thankfully no injuries were reported.
Investigation launched after midnight building fire in Mill HillA significant building fire occurred in Mill Hill, London, requiring extensive firefighting resources and resulting in an ongoing investigation.
Barking: 50 people evacuated from flats after fireFirefighters rescued around 50 people from a residential fire in Barking, London, where the flat was mostly destroyed.
East Ham: 40 firefighters tackle blaze at east London homeA significant fire incident is occurring at a residential property on Benson Avenue, with multiple fire engines and crews responding.
Child taken to hospital after three-hour flat fire in Chadwell HeathA child was hospitalized following a significant fire in Chadwell Heath, which mobilized around 80 firefighters.
Firefighters tackle warehouse blazeOver 120 firefighters are battling a major warehouse fire in east London with drones and aerial equipment.
Investigation launched as 16 people flee homes after fire at shop in BarkingA fire in a Barking shop led to the evacuation of residents, but thankfully no injuries were reported.
Investigation launched after midnight building fire in Mill HillA significant building fire occurred in Mill Hill, London, requiring extensive firefighting resources and resulting in an ongoing investigation.
Barking: 50 people evacuated from flats after fireFirefighters rescued around 50 people from a residential fire in Barking, London, where the flat was mostly destroyed.
East Ham: 40 firefighters tackle blaze at east London homeA significant fire incident is occurring at a residential property on Benson Avenue, with multiple fire engines and crews responding.
Child taken to hospital after three-hour flat fire in Chadwell HeathA child was hospitalized following a significant fire in Chadwell Heath, which mobilized around 80 firefighters.
Service marks 50 years since Moorgate Tube crashThe 50th anniversary of the Moorgate Tube crash was commemorated, remembering the 43 victims and the heroic rescue efforts made by emergency services.
Nine emergency calls report car fire near shopping centre and tube stationA car caught fire near Shepherd's Bush tube station, resulting in significant emergency response.
Five people taken to hospital after huge restaurant fire in HollowayA significant fire occurred in Holloway affecting a restaurant and flats, with 100 firefighters responding and five individuals hospitalized.
Edmonton fire: Man dies after blaze at north London houseA man died after a house fire in Edmonton, with the cause currently under investigation.
Investigation underway after Barking storage units damaged in early morning fireFirefighters extinguished a blaze at storage units in Barking with no injuries reported after multiple early morning calls.
Service marks 50 years since Moorgate Tube crashThe 50th anniversary of the Moorgate Tube crash was commemorated, remembering the 43 victims and the heroic rescue efforts made by emergency services.
Nine emergency calls report car fire near shopping centre and tube stationA car caught fire near Shepherd's Bush tube station, resulting in significant emergency response.
Five people taken to hospital after huge restaurant fire in HollowayA significant fire occurred in Holloway affecting a restaurant and flats, with 100 firefighters responding and five individuals hospitalized.
Edmonton fire: Man dies after blaze at north London houseA man died after a house fire in Edmonton, with the cause currently under investigation.
Investigation underway after Barking storage units damaged in early morning fireFirefighters extinguished a blaze at storage units in Barking with no injuries reported after multiple early morning calls.
London's longest-serving fire dog to retireSherlock, the longest-serving fire investigation dog in London Fire Brigade, is retiring after 12 years of dedicated service.
Three people treated for smoke inhalation after flat fire in east LondonA significant fire at a shop in Chadwell Heath involved around 80 firefighters and 12 fire engines, with three people receiving medical treatment.
Dog dies after being rescued from house fire in West HampsteadA dog rescued from a West Hampstead house fire died despite efforts from firefighters.
Three people treated for smoke inhalation after flat fire in east LondonA significant fire at a shop in Chadwell Heath involved around 80 firefighters and 12 fire engines, with three people receiving medical treatment.
Dog dies after being rescued from house fire in West HampsteadA dog rescued from a West Hampstead house fire died despite efforts from firefighters.
The London Buzz - 29th November 2024The London Fire Brigade has improved operational performance since 2022; concerns over pub licensing may threaten long-standing establishments; access issues continue for residents with mobility issues.
Major central London station CLOSED during rush hour due to fire alertEmbankment station in central London closed during rush hour due to a fire alert, later confirmed as a false alarm.
The London Buzz - 29th November 2024The London Fire Brigade has improved operational performance since 2022; concerns over pub licensing may threaten long-standing establishments; access issues continue for residents with mobility issues.
Major central London station CLOSED during rush hour due to fire alertEmbankment station in central London closed during rush hour due to a fire alert, later confirmed as a false alarm.
London Fire Commissioner Andy Roe announces retirementAndy Roe's retirement marks the end of a transformative five-year tenure at the London Fire Brigade, significantly improving its response and culture.
E-bike battery fire destroys family homeE-bike battery explosions pose significant risks, exemplified by a recent catastrophic incident in London.
Mother calls for TfL to ban e-bikes after her daughter died in battery fireThe tragic death of Sofia Duarte from an e-bike fire highlights the urgent need for stricter regulations on e-bike safety in London.
'We lost everything in a converted e-bike fire'Consider safety when purchasing e-bikes or conversion kits, especially regarding battery compatibility and seller reputation.
E-bike battery fire destroys family homeE-bike battery explosions pose significant risks, exemplified by a recent catastrophic incident in London.
Mother calls for TfL to ban e-bikes after her daughter died in battery fireThe tragic death of Sofia Duarte from an e-bike fire highlights the urgent need for stricter regulations on e-bike safety in London.
'We lost everything in a converted e-bike fire'Consider safety when purchasing e-bikes or conversion kits, especially regarding battery compatibility and seller reputation.
UK man admits Russia-linked arson chargeDylan Earl admitted to arson targeting a Ukrainian business, breaching the National Security Act, with alleged ties to Russian interests.
Two in hospital after fire which saw 50 people evacuated from flatsA fire in a Barking building resulted in 50 evacuations and two hospitalizations, with the cause under investigation.