In a concerning turn of events, approximately 450 individuals were evacuated from a school in Mitcham, South London, following reports of a potential chemical leak earlier today, Monday, December 11. The London Fire Brigade (LFB) was swiftly on the scene to manage the situation, which they later identified as a ‘refrigerant leak.’
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The LFB, in an update shared on X around midday, described the precautionary measures taken in response to the suspected chemical leak at the Mitcham school. A 25-metre cordon was established by the fire brigade as a safety protocol while the emergency services assessed and controlled the situation.