Massive blaze rips through Marylebone hotel! A huge fire has erupted at a hotel on Chiltern Street, Marylebone, sending smoke and flames from the ground floor all the way up to the roof. Around 125 firefighters and 20 fire engines have been scrambled to tackle the inferno.
Fire Rages Upwards Through Hotel Ducting and Roof Plant Room
The fire ignited in the hotel’s ducting system and quickly spread throughout the four-storey building. It engulfed not just guest rooms but also the ground-floor restaurant. A plant room on the roof is now ablaze, making the fight even tougher for crews.
100 Evacuated as Firefighters Rush to Scene
About 100 guests and staff evacuated safely before the London Fire Brigade (LFB) arrived. The emergency call came in at 2:52 PM, prompting a rapid response from crews based in Euston, Soho, Paddington, West Hampstead, Kensington, and Chelsea.
Firefighters Battle to Contain Blaze; Cause Still Unknown
Firefighters remain at the scene, battling to contain and extinguish the fire. The scale of the damage is not yet clear, and authorities have not confirmed if there are any injuries. The cause of the fire remains a mystery, with investigations set to begin once the site is secure.
Public Warned to Avoid Chiltern Street
Authorities have urged the public to steer clear of Chiltern Street due to ongoing emergency operations and road closures. Traffic in Marylebone is expected to be heavily disrupted as firefighters continue their intense efforts to control the blaze.
