Explosion Sparks Massive Blaze at East London Tower Block
Eighty firefighters are battling a fierce fire at a tower block in East London after a sudden explosion tore through the building just before 6pm on Thursday.
Chaos at Bethnal Green: Residents Missing as Flames Rage
The dramatic incident unfolded at 1 Court on Granby Street, Bethnal Green. Fire crews from across London rushed to the scene, where some residents remain unaccounted for amid the chaos.
A large safety cordon is in place. Locals are being urged to steer clear as emergency teams fight to contain the inferno.
Cause Unknown as Windows Shatter in Fiery Blast
Officials have not yet determined what sparked the blaze. Witnesses report part of the third floor was blown out, with windows smashed by the force of the explosion.
The London Fire Brigade is investigating further and has yet to release an official statement.
