A blaze broke out in a basement just after midnight, leaving part of it damaged by fire. Three people managed to escape before firefighters arrived, while 10 others were evacuated from nearby properties.
Firefighter Battle Through the Night
The fire service was called shortly after midnight following a tip-off from a member of the public who noticed the smell of burning. Fire crews from East Ham, Stratford, Ilford, and another station rushed to the scene and had the fire under control by 2:16am.
Cause of the Fire Revealed
Officials believe the blaze started because of an electrical fault in a consumer unit inside a utility cupboard in the basement. One person received treatment at the scene.
Quick Response Raises Eyebrows
The swift evacuation and rapid response from multiple fire stations kept the damage contained and prevented serious injuries.
