Blaze Breaks Out in Lewisham Flat – Ten Fire Engines Rush to Scene
Ten fire engines and about 70 firefighters raced to tackle a furious flat fire on Russett Way, Lewisham. The fire broke out in a communal lobby on the sixth floor, sparking panic among residents.
Dramatic Ladder Rescue
Firefighters heroically rescued a man and a woman trapped on scaffolding using a 9-metre ladder. About 60 residents had already evacuated before the Brigade’s arrival, while others stayed safe in unaffected flats.
Rapid Response and Control
- 999 Control Officers received 12 calls reporting the blaze.
- The Brigade was alerted at 1:53am and had the fire under control by 2:50am.
- Fire crews from Greenwich, Lewisham, Deptford, Lee Green, New Cross, and nearby stations joined the emergency effort.
Cause of Fire Still Unknown
Authorities are currently investigating what sparked the fire as residents count their lucky stars after a tense early-morning ordeal.
