Massive Emergency Response in Croydon After Chemical Spill
Up to 13 emergency units, including police, fire crews, paramedics, and specialist HART teams, rushed to Montana Close in Sanderstead, Croydon, this Sunday evening.
Residents Struggle to Breathe After Chemical Leak
Multiple people suffered breathing difficulties following what is believed to be a chemical reaction caused by a spillage. Emergency services scrambled to the scene after reports of victims experiencing distress.
Evacuations and Road Closures Ongoing
- Several residents were evacuated from Montana Close and nearby areas immediately.
- Three fire engines, five ambulances, and HART medical teams remain on site.
- Drivers are urged to avoid the area as road closures are in place.
Police Confirm No Suspicious Circumstances
“Officers were called at 6.17pm on Sunday, 9 August, following reports of people taken unwell at a residential address on Montana Close in Croydon. Emergency services attended, and several people received medical attention. The incident is not being treated as suspicious,” a Met Police spokesman said.
