Massive Blaze Hits Erith Flat – Two Rescued, Five Injured
A ferocious fire tore through Sun Court in Erith, sparking a huge emergency response. Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters raced to tackle the savage blaze.
Half the Flat Engulfed – Residents Rescued
The inferno gutted half of a two-room flat on the second floor of a residential block. Flames threatened the safety of neighbours, but quick-thinking firefighters in breathing gear smashed through to rescue two trapped residents. Fire crews also helped others escape safely amid the chaos.
Five Treated at Scene as Fire Rages
The blaze was so severe that five people required treatment from London Ambulance Service on site. The fire was finally brought under control after a relentless battle lasting over two hours.
Investigation Underway as Community Reels
Firefighters continue to damp down hot spots while investigators comb the scene for clues. The London Fire Brigade, with teams from Bexley, Plumstead, East Greenwich, Lee Green, Erith, and nearby stations, fought round the clock after being called at 09:20. The cause remains a mystery, leaving residents anxious and authorities determined to get answers.
The aftermath has left Sun Court scarred and the local community shaken, as they hope for swift resolution to this harrowing ordeal.
