Blaze Erupts in Croydon Dry Cleaners After Loud Explosion

Emergency crews have scrambled to a massive fire on Croydon’s High Street following a terrifying explosion at a dry cleaners.

Screams Heard as Fire Rages

Eyewitnesses report hearing screams and seeing a young girl being dragged from the burning building. The fire quickly engulfed the commercial property, sending thick smoke billowing across the area.

Fire Engines Flood the Scene

Locals captured dramatic footage of the inferno, showing fire engines swarming the site as firefighters battled the blaze. The Met Police confirmed the explosion occurred at a residential block near the junction of High Street and West Street.

Road Closures and Emergency Response

Police have shut down surrounding roads to manage the chaos and keep the public safe. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the explosion.

More updates to come as the story develops.

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