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A deadly blaze tore through a home in Croydon overnight, leaving two men dead and another seriously ill.

Firefighters Battle Intense Flames

At 1:30am on 23rd February 2026, six fire engines and around 40 firefighters raced to Duppas Hill Terrace. The fire engulfed the ground and first floors of a two-storey house, sparking a fierce battle to bring it under control.

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