BREAKING: A massive fire has engulfed a warehouse in Southall, London, with approximately 150 firefighters and 25 fire engines currently battling the flames on Bridge Road. The blaze, reported at around 8:55 AM today, has devastated a two-storey building, with nearly three-quarters of the structure ablaze.
Authorities are advising local residents to keep their doors and windows shut due to thick black smoke that is billowing across the area, visible for miles. Traffic disruptions are severe, and motorists are urged to avoid the vicinity to allow emergency services to operate effectively.
Firefighting crews from Southall, Heston, Ealing, and surrounding stations have been deployed to combat the inferno. Eyewitnesses have reported hearing explosions emanating from within the warehouse, intensifying the urgency of the situation. Dramatic footage shared on social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok, captures the intense flames and the sound of explosions, with onlookers reacting in shock as flashes burst through the smoke.
Local commuters have noted that the smoke plume is clearly visible from the Elizabeth Line, heightening concerns among residents and travelers alike. The cause of the fire remains unknown as investigations are underway.
As firefighters work tirelessly to control the situation, updates are continually being provided by local news sources, including MyLondon, which is offering live coverage of this developing story.
Stay tuned for more updates as this urgent situation unfolds.
