Massive Fire Rips Through Hayes Factory

The London Fire Brigade (LFB) rushed to a huge blaze on Rigby Lane, Hayes, where a factory packed with 400 tonnes of waste recycling went up in flames.

15 Fire Engines and 100 Firefighters Battle Inferno

The fire broke out just before midnight on Monday, with crews arriving at 11:41 pm. LFB deployed 15 fire engines and around 100 firefighters from multiple stations including Hillingdon, Heathrow, Feltham, Hayes, and Heston.

Two aerial ladders and a high-volume pump have been brought in to tackle the intense fire.

Dangerous Gas Cylinders Removed Amid Explosion Fears

As a safety measure, firefighters removed around ten gas cylinders from the scene. Authorities warned these could explode when exposed to heat, adding to the danger.

The cause of the blaze remains unknown as crews continue to fight the fierce fire.

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