Blaze at Brent Cross John Lewis Car Park Sparks Massive Fire Response
Emergency crews raced to Brent Cross Shopping Centre this afternoon after a vehicle burst into flames inside the John Lewis car park. The London Fire Brigade sent four fire engines to tackle the blaze.
Four-Pump Fire Crew Battles Flames Near John Lewis
The fire broke out around 4pm at the John Lewis store on Prince Charles Drive, Hendon, North West London. Multiple 999 calls reported a vehicle “totally engulfed” in flames in the shopping centre’s car park. Firefighters quickly responded with a significant crew to stop the fire spreading to nearby vehicles.
Crews from several stations worked swiftly to douse the fire, preventing it from reaching the store itself. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, and the blaze is not being treated as suspicious at this time.
Police and Security Seal Off Affected Parking Area
Metropolitan Police and Brent Cross security cordoned off the damaged section of the car park while fire crews battled the blaze. Shoppers faced temporary access restrictions to parts of the John Lewis car park, but the wider shopping centre remained open.
“Crews responded to reports of a vehicle fire inside a Brent Cross retail unit car park. Four fire engines attended. The fire was brought under control promptly, and investigations are underway to determine the cause,” said a London Fire Brigade source.
Traffic Warning: Avoid Brent Cross Car Park Area
Motorists and visitors are urged to steer clear of the area while emergency teams complete safety checks and investigations. More updates will follow as the situation develops.
