Peckham Roof Blaze: 72 Firefighters Battle Dawn Inferno
Massive Fire Tears Through Peckham Shop Roof
Ten fire engines raced to Peckham High Street just before 6am after a fierce blaze broke out on the roof of a shop with flats above. The roof was completely destroyed by the fire.
Firefighters Fight Hours-Long Battle
A total of 72 firefighters and officers from Peckham, New Cross, Old Kent Road, Brixton, and nearby stations battled the flames. The fire was finally brought under control by 9am.
Cause of Blaze Remains a Mystery
The fire brigade confirmed the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
