Firefighters were called to a building collapse on George Lane in South Woodford. The roof...

Published: 9:01 pm September 10, 2020
Updated: 4:58 am March 8, 2026
Firefighters were called to a building collapse on George Lane in South Woodford – UKNIP

Firefighters were called to a building collapse on George Lane in South Woodford.

The roof of a shop with flats above, which was under renovation, collapsed onto the first floor of the building. Two people left the building before the Brigade arrived and firefighters evacuated 11 people from neighbouring properties as a precaution. There were no reports of any injuries but one woman was treated by London Ambulance Service crews for shock.

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