Massive Fire Devours Sutton Accident Repair Centre
A huge blaze tore through the well-known Coombe accident repair centre on Sandiford Road in Sutton, sparking a huge emergency response.
12 Fire Engines and 80 Firefighters Battled Blaze
Firefighters scrambled to the scene after the alarm was raised at 11:39pm. A total of 12 fire engines and around 80 crew members from Sutton, Wimbledon, New Malden, and nearby stations fought the inferno that engulfed most of the single-storey industrial unit.
Dangerous Materials On-Site Raised Alarm
Emergency crews faced an extra challenge dealing with gas cylinders and large quantities of paint thinners stored inside, heightening concerns about explosions and toxic fumes.
Fire Under Control After Nearly Three Hours — Investigation Underway
The fire was brought under control by 2:40am, but the damage is severe. Authorities have launched a full investigation to determine what sparked the devastating fire.
Stay tuned for updates as we get them.
