Abdullah Safi, 21, who works at Chatkhara restaurant, was on his way to the Sainsbury's nearby to the station when he saw the flames. The 'smart suit' that is changing children's lives. My phone is still in there and all my things. He said there were people banging on doors ordering those inside to evacuate. Videos showed fire and smoke near London's Elephant and Castle railway station Monday afternoon that prompted a large emergency response. Two people have been treated for smoke inhalation. Nothing feels as warm and inviting as sitting down at the pub and sampling a taste of Britain. I could see flames about seven metres high. One person was taken to the hospital. Sara Scarpa, who lives in nearby apartment building Hurlock Heights, added that smoke and the noise of the explosion had reached her window. I could see flames about seven metres high. Traffic is stationary on approach.. London Fire Brigade said around 100 firefighters were battling the blaze, and that three railway arch units, six cars and a telephone box were all on fire. A spokesman for Elephant and Castle Town Centre, the private body overseeing a major regeneration project near to the fire, said: "We are aware of the serious incident at Elephant and Castle this . One scene is in place near the Elephant and Castle bar and Popworld, while another smaller scene is in place near the Swan pub. "There are significant road closures in place and the public are advised to avoid the area. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Officers and London Ambulance . Elephant and Castle's best restaurants based upon thousands of OpenTable diner reviews. Elephant and Castle, Huge fire in London. Pictures and video posted social media show smoke billowing close to the station - visible across the capital. "I called Junior and said, 'There's a fire outside your building', and then I witnessed an explosion. There were six of us in the shop at the time. Video also showed a fire ball exploding out. Wednesday, 1st March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Albert Barnes House, Meadow Row 0 0. High 71F. Officers reportedly confirmed earlier that "dangerous chemicals" were involved in the blaze. Check out my website and join my mailing list today for new videos and channel updates! Southwark Playhouse said on Twitter: "We are aware of the fire at Elephant and Castle and we hope everyone is OK. "If you've been evacuated and need somewhere to go our door is open for you to charge your phone, have some water or take a seat in our bar. Black smoke can be seen billowing above the capital for miles after a large fireball erupted under the major transport hub. A witness said they saw "numerous" cop cars present, an ambulance and three fire engines. Ulla Kamara told The Guardian that she was on her way to visit a friend, Junior Mayhew, near the station when she saw the explosion. They haven't told us anything. TfL said: This station is closed while we respond to a fire alert. A passenger on the Tube travelling through Elephant and Castle station said the area was being "hurriedly closed", and that it was a petrol station that had caught fire. The police have reopened roads in the area. that the fire occurred close to the station on Monday afternoon, and that the entrance to the Northern Line cannot be accessed. Thameslink said all lines through Elephant and Castle are currently blocked due to the fire. "At this early stage, the incident is not believed to be terror related. A number of emergency service vehicles are on site on the southbound carriageway towards Kent. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. A huge fire which broke out underneath Elephant and Castle station leading to explosions and evacuations left one person in hospital and five more injured. @LBC pic.twitter.com/JnqKyEyROM. Read about our approach to external linking. London Fire Brigade are investigating the cause of smoke coming through a tunnel at Elephant and Castle's underground station. London Ambulance Service has issued an update following a stabbing in Elephant and Castle over the weekend. Other businesses in the surrounding area close to Charing Cross station were also reportedly told to close by officers at the scene. Khan said on Twitter that he is in contact with the Fire Commissioner and thanked the emergency service officers who safely evacuated residents and passengers. Residents evacuated from tower block fire at Elephant and Castle By Laura Sharman UK Fire which broke out on 18th floor flat balcony in south London under control By Isobel Frodsham London. Terrifying machete incident involving bikers in broad daylight in London's Elephant and Castle 23 April 2022, 10:00 am A bus passenger captured a terrifying scene in broad daylight in the. With new flats tracking London transport upgrades, you need never be late for work again. You can unsubscribe at any time. Black smoke billows from Elephant and Castle station Around 100 firefighters battled a huge blaze near Elephant and Castle railway station which caused a large plume of smoke to billow over. "At this early stage, the incident is not believed to be terror related.". For other inquiries, Contact Us. London Fire Brigade said shortly before 4pm that the fire close to Elephant and Castle station was "under control", but its crews will remain in place "for the next few hours to dampen down the scene". "There was a significant fire in a car garage in the railway arches, which also involved several cars outside the railway arches and a telephone box.". "There was a significant fire in a car garage in the railway arches, which also involved several cars outside the railway arches and a telephone box. "The smoke [was] dying down a little we heard an explosion and now it started again.". They were called to the scene at 8.33pm on Saturday (February 25) to reports of a . The Metropolitan Police said on social media: "Officers are supporting @LondonFire in Elephant and Castle. The elephant and castle symbol has been used since the 13th century in the coat of arms of the city of Coventry, and forms the heraldic crest of the Corbet family, feudal barons of Caus, of Caus Castle in Shropshire, powerful marcher lords. Video, 00:01:28The 'smart suit' that is changing children's lives, Disabled bay painted below parked car, driver says, Doctor lied to have kidney transplant, court told, Falcons swapped pigeons for parakeets in lockdown, Met Police officer accused of assault over arrest, Jury fails to reach verdict in officer rape trial, Major revamp for one of London's busiest stations. It has been in existence since the reign of the Roman Empire centuries ago. If you live nearby, please follow the advice from @LondonFire and close all doors and windows. Another post said: "Three commercial units underneath the railway arches are completely alight and four cars and a telephone box are also alight near #ElephantandCastle Railway Station. Smoke could be seen pouring into the sky from beneath the railway arches at the. I didnt see how it started. Nestled in the area since 1765, we are the go-to pub for the type of person that won't settle for second best - this is London after all! "I came round the corner and I could see what I thought was cloud but then I could see it was black fumes and realised it was fire," she said. View our online Press Pack. 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Trains are unable to run through or to the station for the rest of the day and may impacted services tomorrow morning so please check before you travel as we will keep journey planners updated," a travel alert said. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. ", TfL said: This station is closed while we respond to a fire alert.". Further rental rises are forecasted as supply in London fails to keep pace with demand. A further five people were treated by paramedics. Smoke can be seen from Bank. Did you see the explosion? Our 999 Control Officers have taken 44 calls to the blaze.". People in the surrounding area were asked to keep their doors and windows closed. The London Ambulance Service has said one person has been taken to hospital following the Elephant and Castle fire while six patients were treated at the scene. Fifteen engines and 100 firefighters. 13. Nearly a dozen Met Police officers were pictured walking into Draper House in Elephant and Castle, south London. pic.twitter.com/jAJge09Obg. The group is offering three different scholarships for local students to . Thameslink said all lines through Elephant and Castle are currently blocked due to the fire. Elephant Springs Water Park. Services between St Albans and Sutton and London Blackfriars and Sevenoaks are affected. "DO NOT travel to Elephant and Castle. Huge probe over fears cut in fuel duty, We compared breakfasts from Tesco, Asda, Morrisons and Waitrose, Royal Family: Meghan and Harry touted for Strictly appearance, UK weather: Scots face washout while England set for scorcher, Russia blasted by German minister over blockade of Ukraine, UK could face wrath of retaliatory tariffs from EU over NI Protocol. "We treated six patients at the scene, and took one of them to hospital.". A bar staff member who works at a neighbouring venue told the Mirror they were told to close early due to a potential "bomb threat". The fire. Read about our approach to external linking. A bus passenger captured a terrifying scene in broad daylight in the Elephant and Castle area of London on Saturday 23 April. Wiltshire. "We had five people who were in the address at the time, who left before the arrival of London Fire Brigade. London: Large fire near Elephant & Castle railway station Monday 28 June 2021 14:42, UK 0:29 London Fire Brigade has said fire engines and around 70 firefighters are attending a fire near to Elephant & Castle rail station. There are three cars in there now and other things that can explode so I dont think we will be allowed back.. I didnt see how it started. I wasn't hurt or anything. About 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines were called to battle the flames near the Elephant and Castle Railway Stations. I will wait here until they save him.". Black smoke was seen billowing above the capital for miles after a large fireball erupted under the major transport hub. Thick plumes of black smoke could be seen filling the air above central London at around 1.45pm this afternoon. 3 January 2023. A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said:"We were called at 1.50pm today to reports of a fire near Elephant and Castle station. Thameslink said all lines through Elephant and Castle are currently blocked due to the fire. Over 10 fire trucks. James Ryan, station commander for Shoreditch, said the fire is now under control. Around 60 crew and eight fire engines raced to the building in Elephant and Castle, south London, where flames were seen consuming a balcony as thick black smoke billowed out. PC Richard Goold spoke to the News about life as a police constable - and how it might not be "a young person's . Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters from Dowgate, Lambeth, Old Kent Road, Dockhead and Peckham are now on hand to deal with the incident. A fire ball blasted out of a building underneath London 's Elephant and Castle train station on Monday afternoon. Transport for London issued a warning regarding an access issue at Elephant and Castle. When I was looking over the balcony, I couldnt see the street.. I wish them and others affected a speedy recovery. Station commander James Ryan, from London fire brigade (LFB), said the garage employees were evacuated before the explosion. Elephant and Castle update: we understand the fire originated under the station, the fire brigade is in attendance. They have repeatedly pushed the crowds back even from the Castle Square Park and cordoned off the roads, there is a very, very heavy presence. Many people were panicking, he said, and he assisted a woman in the building who was begging not to be left behind as he went down the stairs. Trains are unable to run through or to the station for the rest of the day . An ambulance and two fire engines were also at the scene, Don't miss a thing! Hundreds of London homes are being launched to help buyers around the deposit trap. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. A huge fire has broken out near Elephant and Castle train station. The report was later deemed to be a hoax. I've never felt so much heat and so much smoke at once. ", 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, People were seen running from the huge flames, A huge fireball erupted from the side of the station, Officers cordoned off a large area of South London, Credit: Oliver Marsden / Story Picture Agency, A hero police officer was seen helping two young children flee the blaze, Huge plumes of black smoke could be seen rising from the station, Around 100 firefighters were called to tackle the blaze, Evacuations of the area took place this afternoon, The fire was seen close to the stairs in the station, Police have confirmed that the incident is not believed to be terror related, One man is being treated by ambulance crews after a blaze broke, Billowing smoke was seen coming from the top of the train station, Huge flames erupted from under one of the railway arches, The station has closed because of the huge explosion, Brave firefighters were seen tackling the enormous blaze, Emergency services were seen at the scene of the incident, The fire and smoke can be seen from London Bridge, Elephant and Castle fire - Moment massive fireball EXPLODES from under station sending bystanders running for cover, Elephant and Castle fire Huge explosion under train station sends massive plume of smoke over South London, Miami condo developers were accused of PAYING OFF officials to get permits to build doomed tower, UFO dogfights, near misses and disabled weapons - inside France's UAP probe as Pentagon report doesn't rule out aliens, Shocking vid of 'animal abuser' dragged by chain round his neck after he's accused of doing the same to bloodied dog, Matt Hancock's wife Martha 'battling long Covid after catching it from him' before affair exposed, Michael Strahans shares vacation snap as his ex-wife Jean is arrested for 'harassing' her ex-girlfriend, Boston Bruins star David Pastrnak reveals his six-day-old baby has died and says 'we have an angel watching over us', Russia faces off with Nato as Putin tests mystery nuke and hypersonic missile jets & bloc begins Black Sea war games, Covid booster shots not needed this winter as two jabs are so effective, says Oxford expert, Mum, 47, dies of blood clot after AstraZeneca jab - when her gums changed colour and bruise appeared. 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The kids are seen clutching to the officer in terror and he runs down the steps away from the blaze. I was just hoping there's nobody in there. It comes just weeks after a huge blaze ignited by Elephant and Castle station on June 29. #ElephantAndCastle fire earlier. The London Ambulance Service has said one person has been taken to hospital following the Elephant and Castle fire while six patients were treated at the scene. More info. ", DO NOT travel to #ElephantandCastle. He added that there was at least one cylinder containing an unidentified substance within the repair shop and it was being made safe by applying direct cooling until it was at a safe temperature. Trains are not currently running through the station. My phone is still in there and all my things. The London ambulance service said it treated six people, believed to be five people who worked in the garage and a police officer, one of whom was taken to hospital. The fire was burning so high, about 50ft, so I started recording on my phone. "I could see the long blade. Hundreds attend opening of Swindon's Hindu temple. Hundreds of residents could only watch and wait for news. Black smoke was seen billowing above the capital for. Photos and videos from the scene show the area being engulfed in smoke. Email pictures and video to webnews@mirror.co.uk. The Fire Brigade . Officers could be seen on the walkway of Albert Barnes House, Elephant and Castle, and had erected a cordon from Ash Avenue to the roundabout. A massive blaze broke out at Elephant and Castle station in London on June 28. Riot police were dispatched to a tower block in London, with a helicopter also at the scene. A London Ambulance Service spokesperson confirmed there is an ongoing incident at one of the flats. Photos and videos from the scene show the area being engulfed in smoke. The fire was under control by just before 3.30pm but over an hour later residents were still waiting to be readmitted to their properties and surrounding roads remained closed. "We sent a number of resources, including ambulance crews, incident response officers and our hazardous area response team. 1. Police urgently evacuated residents and businesses in the area. Elephant and Castle fire: Six hurt in huge blaze at railway arches 28 June 2021 Reuters Several people reported hearing explosions after the fire took hold Six people were injured and several. There are three cars in there now and other things that can explode so I dont think we will be allowed back.. Duration: 00:53 24/04/2022. Best Things to do in Elephant and Castle. Around 60 crew and eight fire engines raced to the building in Elephant and Castle, South London, where flames were seen consuming a balcony as thick black smoke billowed out. Something went wrong, please try again later. AN Elephant and Castle mechanic who survived today's terrifying inferno has revealed his miraculous escape from seven-metre-high flames. Three floors of a tower block were evacuated when a fire broke out on the 18th floor. It smelt like a burning electrical cable smell.". Here's a new chance to get on the property ladder in this fast-changing Zone 1 district. Louie Louie. An Elephant & Castle bar and restaurant has had its licence to sell alcohol revoked after being linked to 'machete' brawl and bottle attack. Alex Leckie, 30, assistant manager at Tupi who was at the scene when the fire broke out, said: "The entire building was evacuated, we began to smell smoke and the store owner went to check, we saw smoke billowing out and what I'm told is the mechanics were on fire, the smoke pillar started enveloping the apartment blocks as well and we kept hearing intermittent bangs. He said: "The fire is now under control. 'I. There are unconfirmed reports the fire broke out at an auto repair shop in one of the arches under the station. Station Commander Keith McDermott said: Trains are not currently running through the station. "They remain at the scene where they are working alongside other emergency services.". We left all our things in there and had to run. The National Rail said the fire is impacting Loughborough Junction, Herne Hill, Tulse Hill. Firefighters could be on the scene for a number of hours tonight, a brigade spokesperson has said. I called Junior and said, Theres a fire outside your building, and then I witnessed an explosion. Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.. "I urge the public to avoid the area whilst our firefighters and emergency services continue their work in the area. The fire engulfed three commercial units under the railway arches, six cars and a telephone box and it took firefighters just under two hours to bring it under control. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, A fire erupted at Elephant and Castle Tube station, The thick smoke filled the area above central London, The plume of smoke could be seen for miles. Around 100 firefighters are tackling the blaze below Elephant and Castle station, south London. A 25-metre cordon was set up around the scene of the fire, requiring the evacuation of several high-rise blocks of flats. The live updates for this event have ended. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. It did attract more attention than the other fires we go to," Ryan said. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Thick plumes filled the air above central London at around 1.45pm this. The station itself was evacuated, Station Commander James Ryan said in a statement. About 100 firefighters were tasked with extinguishing the fire, which was caused by an electrical car fault. We opened the window for a sec as you could hear people shouting, and we smelt something very very strong, she said. The cordon which is in place is more than 100 metres wide and the northern line at Elephant and Castle was not running but the Bakerloo line is, British Transport police officers said. A spokeswoman for the service said that the blaze was first reported at 1.43pm on Monday and that 15 fire engines and 100 firefighters are at the scene. Thick plumes of black smoke could be seen billowing from the transport hub on Monday in footage of the incident posted on social media. Why you can trust Sky News Watch Next Huge tornado hits US state 'Drugged and tortured': Alleged spy told of ordeal Services between St Albans and Sutton and London Blackfriars and Sevenoaks are affected. The Met Police's Territorial Support Group sent 12 of its officers, equipped with riot helmets and shields, MyLondon reports. Elephant & Castle @elephantcastle English pub concept that combines British Classics with North American favorites founded in 1977. But what caused it? After a career spent behind a desk as a management consultant, a 47-year-old is taking his first steps as a Met Police officer on the streets of Peckham. "At this stage, there are no reports of any injuries., JUST IN:Appleby Horse Fair horror: Police face off against mob over fears of major brawl. A mechanic who works in the garage said: We all had to run out of the shop. A police spokesman said: "We were made aware of a disturbance involving a number of people on George Street in Aberdeen shortly after 8.30am on Monday, February 27. We love hearing from our guests on Twitter. "We opened the window for a sec as you could hear people shouting, and we smelt something very very strong," she said. Thameslink said all lines through Elephant and Castle are currently blocked due to the fire. LFBs fire investigation team will look into the cause of the blaze. A combination of Brexit uncertainty, crippling deposits, reluctant buyers and a surge inexpensive build-to-rent homes will push rents up faster than house prices. However, police have said it is not believed to be terror-related at this . The man who wished to remain anonymous said he and colleagues watched a mass "evacuation outside the club and police told us to cease operating". "The station has been evacuated and residential evacuations are taking now place. Um London wtf is going on?! The incident happened in Hampton Street at 8.25pm yesterday (February 25). A new identity is being carved out for this Zone 1 spot, with jumbo new homes schemes, shops, a new park, entertainment and funky street food venues. Read our Elephant and Castle fire live blog for live updates. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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