Sixty Firefighters Battle Huge Grass Fire in Hornchurch
Sixty firefighters are slugging it out tonight against a massive grass fire in Hornchurch. The blaze ripped through around six hectares of grassland near Wingletye Lane, sparking urgent action.
Blaze Sparks Major Fire Brigade Response
The London Fire Brigade was alerted at 8:10pm and wasted no time sending eight fire engines. Crews rolled out from Barking, Kentish Town, Soho, and other stations to tackle the flames head-on.
Residents Warned as Smoke Chokes the Area
Thick smoke is drifting across nearby homes, forcing officials to issue a sharp warning. Locals are strongly urged to keep windows and doors firmly shut to avoid fumes and potential hazards.
“Crews are tackling a 123” – confirmed a London Fire Brigade spokesperson.
Emergency teams remain at the scene working tirelessly to get the fire under control. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
