About 100 firefighters battled the blaze at some railway arches near Elephant and Castle station. Three commercial units underneath the railway arches are completely alight and four cars and a telephone box are also alight near #ElephantandCastle Railway Station. Martin Bobrowski, a builder who is working opposite the station, said he heard ambulances and police driving nearby before seeing smoke coming from the station at about 2pm. London. TfL said: This station is closed while we respond to a fire alert. Police manning all closed roads. It was like a big fireball came out of the building and into the sky. The Met Police's Territorial Support Group sent 12 of its officers, equipped with riot helmets and shields, MyLondon reports. Wednesday, 1st March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Our 999 Control Officers have taken 44 calls to the blaze.". The cause of the fire is still under investigation, the London Fire Brigade said in a statement. The fire. The Northern Line is not stopping at Elephant and Castle tube station as a result of the fire. 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. It comes just weeks after a huge blaze ignited by Elephant and Castle station on June 29. Man dead in Southwark flat fire. He said: "We despatched 15 fire engines and around 100 firefighters to the address. Black smoke was seen billowing above the capital for. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Services between St Albans and Sutton and London Blackfriars and Sevenoaks are affected. It broke out at the railway arches near the Tube stop. The cause of the fire is not yet known. Firefighters tackle a fire nearby the Elephant & Castle Rail Station on June 28, 2021 in London, England. 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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". Four cars and a telephone box are also on fire, the service - which has called around 100 firefighters - said. "There are significant road closures in place and the public are advised to avoid the area. 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. There are three cars in there now and other things that can explode so I dont think we will be allowed back.. Mayor of London Sadiq Khan this afternoon gave thanks to the emergency services for their quick actions. They haven't told us anything. 18 The. Pictures and video posted social media show smoke billowing close to the station - visible across the capital. Video, 00:00:39, Major revamp for one of London's busiest stations. No one was. 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. ", Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. I will wait here until they save him.". International 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. The incident happened in Hampton Street at 8.25pm yesterday (February 25). Thick plumes filled the air above central London at around 1.45pm this. A mechanic who works in the garage said: We all had to run out of the shop. "We opened the window for a sec as you could hear people shouting, and we smelt something very very strong," she said. Sara Scarpa, 25, lives in nearby apartment building Hurlock Heights and said smoke and the noise of the explosion had reached her window. Trains are being diverted via London Bridge and the Tube is running through Elephant and Castle. 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. Seconds later, a brave cop was seen rushing out of the burning building with two young children. The station itself was evacuated, Station Commander James Ryan said in a statement. Officers have reportedly confirmed that "dangerous chemicals" have been involved in the blaze. I could see flames about seven metres high. Residents living near the Elephant and Castle station in London took to social media to share the images they captured of the massive fire that broke out this afternoon. "The station has been evacuated and residential evacuations are taking now place. Top locations across London for home buyers, whether first-timers, second-steppers or house-hunters searching for their "forever" home. A bus passenger captured a terrifying scene in broad daylight in the Elephant and Castle area of London on Saturday 23 April. #London #England #ElephantCastle #elephantandcastle #London pic.twitter.com/4S6h1HI49J. Verphy Kudi left her 20-month-old daughter Asiah alone in a Brighton flat for almost six days while she celebrated her birthday in London. Sign up to the Daily Star's newsletter. . ", DO NOT travel to #ElephantandCastle. 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. A witness said they saw "numerous" cop cars present, an ambulance and three fire engines. 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 . ", 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, A police officer was seen rescuing two young kids, He scooped them up and rushed away from the blaze, A huge fireball erupted from the side of the station, People were seen running from the huge flames, A huge blaze has broken out at the station, Huge plumes of black smoke could be seen rising from the station, Evacuations of the area are currently taking place, The fire was seen close to the stairs in the station, Police have confirmed that the incident is not believed to be terror related, The fire and smoke can be seen from London Bridge, Emergency services were seen at the scene of the incident, Dramatic moment hero cop rescues two young children from Elephant and Castle explosion, Nude sunbathers fined for breaching Covid rules after calling cops for help fighting off rampaging deer, Mitt Romney compares Trump's election fraud claims to WWE and say it's 'entertaining, but not real' after rally rant, John McAfee did NOT own condo in collapsed Florida tower despite disturbing conspiracies claiming he stored files there, Dozens of women go topless and splash around in fountains for New York City's annual Dyke March, Pentagon to set up 'real life X-Files' office to investigate UFOs after bombshell UAP report doesn't rule out aliens, Miami condo - Residents of identical tower flee fearing homes will collapse as they've NOT been told to evacuate. Six people were treated for injuries at the scene of the Elephant and Castle fire, the London Ambulance Service confirmed on Twitter. "Inquiries are ongoing to . The Northern Line is not stopping at Elephant and Castle station, Transport For London (TFL) said. 2023 BBC. The fire was burning so high, about 50ft, so I started recording on my phone. Officers have taped off Walworth Road, leading up to the station's entrance on Elephant Road, and closed the entrance to the Northern line. Have the latest local news delivered every afternoon so you don't miss out on updates. An incident on the A2 in Kidbrooke is causing congestion to build both northbound and southbound this afternoon. The kids are seen clutching to the officer in terror and he runs down the steps away from the blaze. The live updates for this event have ended. There were six of us in the shop at the time. Thameslink confirmed there was a fire next to the track at the Elephant and Castle station. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps had earlier urged the public to avoid the Elephant and Castle area "until further update". More than 100 firefighters tackled a spectacular fire under a railway arch in London's Elephant and Castle on Monday that injured six people and caused major disruption to trains. "I urge the public to avoid the area whilst our firefighters and emergency services continue their work in the area. "As a precaution all of the residents in our Elephant Central building, Castle Square retailers and operatives on the development site have been evacuated and we will continue to support the emergency services and other first responders wherever possible. 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. Smoke could be seen pouring into the sky from beneath the railway arches at the. A blaze has broken out in units underneath Elephant and Castle station in south London - around 100 firefighters have been called to tackle the fire. The Northern Line is not stopping at Elephant and Castle tube station as a result of the fire. 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. Dramatic pictures showed a heroic police officer rescuing two children from the fire after it broke out at the station. Photos and videos from the scene show the area being engulfed in smoke. Trains are unable to run through or to the station for the rest of the day . 4h. The Fire Brigade . This area is believed to have gotten its name from a crest used by a group of ivory merchants known as the Worshipful Company of Cutlers. 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. Video, 00:01:28, The 'smart suit' that is changing children's lives, Major revamp for one of London's busiest stations. The National Rail told travelers to avoid Elephant and Castle because trains are unable to run through the station for at least the rest of the day. I called Junior and said, Theres a fire outside your building, and then I witnessed an explosion. Southwark police said the incident was not believed to be terrorism-related. 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. 'I. Brexit and stamp duty jitters are good news for London buyers as developers vie to slash new homes prices to the bone in the summer sales. 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. Mathew James Lister. Travellers were urgently evacuated from the station after the blaze broke out. 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Jeremy said the code had since been used to hire . A HUGE blaze erupted in South London this afternoon after a massive explosion under Elephant and Castle train station. "Trains are being diverted via London Bridge and the Tube is running through Elephant and Castle," he said. The London Fire Brigade (LFB) said the fire has spread across units underneath Elephant and Castle station, which are now "completely alight". 1. Riot police were dispatched to a tower block in London, with a helicopter also at the scene. The police have reopened roads in the area. Kathy Demarest fries the club's famous elephant ears in the Longview-Kelso Altrusa food truck at Go 4th in 2022 Longview. PC Richard Goold spoke to the News about life as a police constable - and how it might not be "a young person's . Last month, London's Heaven nightclub was evacuated following reports of a "suspicious item" found inside. 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London Fire Brigade has said that 70 firefighters and 10 units are in attendance. There are significant road closures in place, please avoid the area https://t.co/O1e3wT3jDB https://t.co/v9yNG9k5il. Video also showed a fire ball exploding out. But what caused it? With new flats tracking London transport upgrades, you need never be late for work again. Video, 00:00:39Major revamp for one of London's busiest stations, Mudlarker discovers rare Tudor leather wrist guard, Woman appears in court accused of Grenfell fraud, Tanning salon chain to expand after record profits. I was just hoping there's nobody in there. 29 June 2021 S ix people have been injured after an enormous fire broke out beneath Elephant and Castle train station on Monday. The chaotic incident, thought to be an attempted robbery, happened around 6.20pm on London Road, outside Elephant and Castle Underground station, and was captured on video by onlookers. A local theatre has said it is offering shelter to anyone affected by the fire. June 28, 2021 2:31 pm (Updated 5:10 pm) A major fire broke out at Elephant and Castle in London on Monday afternoon, with vast plumes of smoke rising above the Capital's skyline as the blaze . 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. 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. A HUGE blaze erupted at a London Tube station today, with black smoke seen billowing for miles. Elephant & Castle bar's licence revoked after 'machete' incident . Follow the latest news for Elephant and Castle in Greater London, England, UK - Local news and information in your area Latest News in Elephant and Castle in Greater London, England, UK - InYourArea SE1 6SB RegisterorSign In Enter your postcodeto see newsand informationnear you How We Use Your Data Elephant and Castle Please rate this website The cat's owner Adam Watts said: "The firemen are aware that he is still in there and I am hoping and praying he comes back out alive. LFB said on Twitter: "There are now 15 fire engines and around 100 firefighters tackling the fire in #ElephantandCastle. pic.twitter.com/wbPMdpNijF. Best Things to do in Elephant and Castle. A massive plume of black. We are 77-85 Newington Causeway - two minutes from the station.". We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. "The incident is not believed to be terror related.". When I was looking over the balcony, I couldnt see the street.. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Police urgently evacuated residents and businesses in the area. 6h. My phone is still in there and all my things. Officers at the scene said the station has been fully evacuated along with the nearby Strata residential building. People in the surrounding area were asked to keep their doors and windows closed. DON'T MISS:End petrol scandal! A popular and playful place for young families to visit and explore, the Elephant Springs is a new water park and recreation area in Elephant and Castle. Elephant & Castle is an area around a road junction located in Central London. Under the train station pic.twitter.com/wL5WefMghP. There are unconfirmed reports the fire broke out at an auto repair shop in one of the arches under the station. "I heard the police come and I thought there was an accident nearby, but then they started blocking the road off. ", A hundred firefighters are tackling a "serious" blaze near Elephant and Castle railway station in southeast London.London Fire Brigade said three commercial units in railway arches were "completely alight", as well as six cars and a telephone box.More: https://t.co/IfmA1zy1F1 pic.twitter.com/6WiGoVZOWY. Mothers were seen carrying babies out of the buildings which has caught fire. For other inquiries, Contact Us. "I've never seen something that big - I was scared. The blaze was brought under control shortly before 4pm. Why you can trust Sky News Watch Next Huge tornado hits US state 'Drugged and tortured': Alleged spy told of ordeal He said: "The fire is now under control. "We are 77-85 Newington Causeway - two minutes from the station. 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Read our Elephant and Castle fire live blog for live updates. A fire ball blasted out of a building underneath London 's Elephant and Castle train station on Monday afternoon. Other businesses in the surrounding area close to Charing Cross station were also reportedly told to close by officers at the scene. Albert Barnes House, Meadow Row Fifteen fire engines and more than 100 firefighters are currently battling a fire close to Elephant and . Fifteen engines and 100 firefighters. Something went wrong, please try again later. Further rental rises are forecasted as supply in London fails to keep pace with demand. 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. 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