A massive fire tore through a scrap metal yard on Manor Road just before 5am today, filling the sky with thick grey smoke visible for miles and throwing the early hours into chaos.
400 Tonnes of Scrap Metal Blaze Into the Sky
Some 400 tonnes of scrap metal exploded into a fierce inferno, sending towering flames shooting high above the yard. Nearby residents were told to keep windows and doors tightly shut as the choking smoke posed serious health risks.
Armada of 80 Firefighters Tackles Huge Blaze
Emergency crews swung into action, dispatching 80 firefighters equipped with a 32-metre turntable ladder to assault the flames from above. The fierce blaze was mostly under control by 11.30am, official reports confirm.
Safety Warnings and Road Closures Cause Disruption
- The London Fire Brigade urged locals to steer clear of the area for their safety.
- Strong winds pushed toxic smoke eastwards towards Dartford, sparking health concerns.
- Manor Road remains closed as crews continue firefighting and investigation efforts.
No Injuries But Cause Remains a Mystery
Thankfully, no injuries have been reported so far. Authorities are still probing the cause of the colossal blaze.
Dramatic drone footage captured flames roaring through the mountain of scrap, showing the full scale of the disaster.
