Wimbledon fire sees crew tell public to ‘avoid area’ after getting 10 worried calls

 

Wimbledon fire sees crew tell public to ‘avoid area’ after getting 10 worried calls

Six fire engines and 40 firefighters attended the scene

 

A significant fire broke out in Wimbledon, prompting the London Fire Brigade (LFB) to issue an urgent public warning to avoid the area. The incident, which resulted in six fire engines and 40 firefighters attending the scene, led to more than ten calls from concerned residents, highlighting the community’s alarm at the fast-developing situation.

 

The fire started in a commercial building and sent a large plume of smoke into the sky, visible from a considerable distance. Emergency services swiftly responded, with LFB crews working diligently to bring the blaze under control and prevent it from spreading further. The LFB’s prompt action involved coordinating with local authorities to secure the area, ensuring public safety and controlling traffic flow around the affected zone.

 

In a public statement, LFB officials urged residents and passersby to “avoid the area” due to ongoing firefighting operations and potential hazards posed by the smoke and unstable structures. They also reassured the public that firefighters were making steady progress and were expected to bring the fire under control soon.

 

As investigations continue, fire safety experts are expected to assess the site for structural damage and review safety compliance measures.

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