Man Lucky to Escape After Flames Force Ten From Bethnal Green Flat
A man narrowly avoided injury after trying to tackle a fire that forced ten people to flee a Bethnal Green flat in a dramatic early morning blaze.
Fire Breaks Out in Second-Floor Flat
The London Fire Brigade rushed to Wolverley Street at around 9:45am on March 23, after flames tore through a second-floor flat, gutting part of the property. Ten residents escaped before firefighters arrived, but one brave man tried to put out the fire himself — sparking a stern warning from fire officials.
Firefighters Warn: Don’t Fight Fires Yourself
Station Officer John Thompson, who was at the scene, said: “Due to smoke logging, residents in a neighbouring flat were not able to pass the communal areas. In this case, we recommended shutting doors to help contain the smoke and prevent it spreading to other areas of the building.”
“The man who attempted to tackle the fire was lucky not to be seriously hurt. We would like to remind residents — if there is a fire, get out, stay out and dial 999.”
No Injuries as Firefighters Bring Blaze Under Control
Fire crews from Bethnal Green, Shoreditch, Shadwell, and Whitechapel stations contained the fire just after 10:30am. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Investigators have now revealed the blaze was accidental, likely sparked by an electrical fault in a hairdryer.
