- 125 firefighters and 20 fire engines spent hours tackling a major blaze that swept over rows of flats in South London on Saturday, July 25.
- The fire was reported at 1510 (3:10pm), triggering over 60 calls to the London Fire Brigade.
- Crews from Sutton, Wallington, Wandsworth and surrounding stations were mobilized to Belgrave Walk, Mitcham.
- The fire spread across all three floors and consumed the roof spaces of the converted ex-townhouses.
- The fire was brought under control by 1752 after efforts by firefighters.
- No injuries have been reported, but 35 residents were displaced, with a rest centre established at a local church.
- Firefighters remain at the scene tackling hot spots and carrying out damping-down operations; the cause is under investigation.
Approximately 125 firefighters and 20 fire engines responded to a significant fire that broke out in a three-storey residential building on Belgrave Walk, Mitcham, at around 3:10 PM on Saturday. The London Fire Brigade received over 60 emergency calls regarding the incident, which saw flames engulf all three floors and spread to the roof.13
Assistant Commissioner Pam Oparaocha stated, "Firefighters worked tirelessly in arduous conditions to bring this fire under control during what has been a very hot day." The fire was declared under control by 5:52 PM, but crews remain on-site to address hot spots and ensure complete extinguishment.89
Around 35 residents have been displaced due to the fire, prompting the establishment of a rest centre at a local church. The Brigade's Community Engagement team is collaborating with partner agencies to support those affected. Residents in the vicinity have been advised to keep doors and windows closed due to smoke and to avoid the area while operations continue.67
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, with further updates expected from the London Fire Brigade as the situation develops.
"Although the fire is now under control, firefighters will remain at the scene this evening tackling hot spots and carrying out damping-down operations to ensure the fire is fully extinguished," Oparaocha added.
“No injuries were reported; the fire consumed roof spaces of the flats, displacing 35 residents. The blaze was under control by 1752 after over 60 calls, and Assistant Commissioner Pam Oparaocha praised firefighters for working tirelessly in arduous conditions, noting crews remain for hot spots.”
London Evening Standard
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