Major Incident as Gas Main Ruptures at Camberwell Tower Block
Emergency services have rushed to a 64-metre tower block on Wyndenham Road, Camberwell, after a gas main burst, flooding the building with gas.
Evacuation Underway at Crossmount House
Police and emergency crews are carrying out a controlled evacuation of some floors in the 22-storey Crossmount House. Engineers are scrambling to fix the rupture and make the area safe.
Firefighters and Hazardous Team on Scene
Multiple fire crews, including the London Ambulance Service’s Hazardous Area Response Team (HART), are at the scene. Firefighters are venting the building to disperse the gas.
Road Closures and Public Warning
Authorities have declared a major incident. Road closures are in effect, and the public is urged to avoid the area and find alternate routes.
The Met Police have been contacted for comment.
