Explosion and Fire Tear Through Deptford Home
A terrifying explosion and fire ripped through a semi-detached house on Grove Street, Deptford, early this morning. Firefighters raced to the scene after the first emergency call came in at 8:04 a.m. on Wednesday, March 26th, 2025.
25 Firefighters Battle Blaze
Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters from Deptford, Greenwich, New Cross, and Dockhead stations scrambled to tackle the blaze. On arrival, they found the first floor engulfed, with charred window frames and blackened walls visible from the street.
The flames caused severe damage to most of the first floor.
Three Women Hospitalised After Harrowing Rescue
- One woman escaped before firefighters arrived and was rushed to hospital by the London Ambulance Service.
- Two more women were rescued from inside by firefighters and also taken to hospital. Their injuries are not yet known.
Turntable Ladder Key to Containment
Crews deployed a 32-metre turntable ladder to attack the fire from above. The blaze was finally brought under control by 9:55 a.m.
“Crews responded quickly and worked efficiently to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading further. The use of the aerial ladder allowed us to gain an advantage from above, helping to bring the incident to a close safely,”
said a London Fire Brigade spokesperson.
Fire investigators are now combing the scene to determine the cause of the explosion and fire.
Precautions and Community Impact
Local residents were temporarily evacuated as a safety measure but have since returned to their homes. Police were on hand to manage traffic and control crowds around the area.
