A bus fire broke out in front of St Thomas More Roman Catholic Church on Longbridge Road, Barking on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a rapid emergency response that prevented the incident from escalating further.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. Witnesses praised the fast response of the London Fire Brigade, which prevented a potentially more serious incident in a busy public area.
Traffic Disruption and Public Safety
The fire led to temporary traffic disruption on Longbridge Road, with diversions and delays reported in the immediate area.
Authorities have urged drivers to avoid the route while the damaged vehicle is recovered and the scene is cleared.
