Sunlight Sparks Blaze in London Flat
A fire damaged part of a three-room flat on the third floor, but luckily, nine residents escaped before firefighters arrived.
No Injuries as Firefighters Douse Flames
The London Fire Brigade reported no injuries. Crews used a turntable ladder for observation and thermal imaging cameras to ensure the fire hadn’t spread.
Unlikely Cause: Sunlight Through Glass Bottle
The blaze was accidental, sparked when sunlight passed through a glass bottle and ignited cardboard packaging on the kitchen worktop.
A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: “Fires caused by refracted and reflected sunlight can happen all year round and are actually quite common.”
“Our advice is to make sure that you keep mirrors, crystals, glass ornaments and other reflective items out of direct sunlight at all times.”
Swift Response from Multiple Fire Stations
The Brigade was called at 4.10pm. Firefighters had the blaze under control by 5.13pm. Crews from Bethnal Green, Stratford, Whitechapel, and Shoreditch rushed to the scene to tackle the fire.
