A massive fire has engulfed a warehouse on New Road in Rainham, with around 125 firefighters and 20 fire engines battling the blaze. The incident, which began this morning, has resulted in half of the warehouse being consumed by flames.
Road Closures and Safety Advice
New Road has been closed, and authorities are advising the public to avoid the area.
Residents nearby have been urged to keep their windows and doors shut due to the significant amount of smoke billowing from the fire.
Efforts to Contain the Blaze
Firefighters are using two of the London Fire Brigade’s 32-metre turntable ladders to tackle the fire from above.
Crews from Wennington, Dagenham, Barking, and surrounding stations have been dispatched to the scene.
Emergency Response
Control officers began receiving calls about the incident at 10:21 AM, with 27 emergency calls logged about the blaze. Firefighters are continuing their efforts to bring the situation under control.
Investigation Underway
The cause of the fire is currently unknown, and investigations will begin once the fire is extinguished.
For now, residents are asked to stay clear of the area and adhere to safety advice. Updates will follow as more details become available.
