Blaze Breaks Out on Fourth Floor of Stratford High-Rise
Emergency crews rushed to a serious fire raging on the fourth floor of a residential building on Prospect Row, Stratford, E15 this afternoon.
Firefighters and Paramedics Battle Intense Flames
The London Fire Brigade (LFB) sprung into action at 1:32 PM, dispatching multiple fire engines and specialist units to tackle the blaze. There are reports that a person could still be trapped inside the building, triggering an urgent response from the London Ambulance Service (LAS) and the Hazardous Area Response Team (HART).
Area Locked Down as Emergency Teams Work
The LFB confirmed several fire engines remain on-site working to extinguish the fire. Paramedics are standing by, ready to treat any casualties.
Residents and passersby have been warned to avoid the area as emergency services continue their operation.
Cause of Fire Unknown – Updates to Follow
Authorities have not yet revealed the cause of the fire or if anyone was injured. More information will be released as the situation develops.