Emergency services rushed to the scene of a fire at a disused building in Croydon this afternoon, following multiple calls to the London Fire Brigade. The incident occurred n on the High Street, where flames were seen in the doorway and several explosions were heard staff at the nearby Pub raised the alarm along with several customers calling the Police and the fire service.
The building, known to be used by homeless individuals seeking shelter, posed significant challenges for the fire crews. The London Fire Brigade deployed multiple units to tackle the blaze, which had escalated due to the explosions reported by witnesses.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire and the nature of the explosions. Initial reports suggest that the blasts could be linked to stored materials or gas canisters within the building, but this has yet to be confirmed.
As of now, there have been no reported injuries, but emergency services remain on the scene to ensure that everyone in the vicinity is safe and accounted for. The area around High Street has been cordoned off to facilitate emergency operations and to keep the public at a safe distance.
The London Fire Brigade is working closely with the police and other emergency services to manage the situation. Residents and local businesses are advised to avoid the area until it is declared safe.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The community is urged to stay clear of the area to allow unimpeded access for emergency responders
