July 26th 2024.
Breaking news: A fire has broken out in Dagenham, East London, and has spread to six homes. Over 100 firefighters are currently on the scene, trying to contain the blaze. The incident occurred this afternoon, with two terraced homes on Third Avenue being the first to catch fire. The thick, billowing smoke has engulfed the residential street, causing concern for the surrounding houses.
Unfortunately, the fire has caused extensive damage to the affected homes. Four nearby houses have been severely impacted, with their double-storey extensions and back gardens completely charred. As a precaution, drivers are being asked to avoid the area and locals are advised to keep their windows and doors closed. Road closures have been implemented for safety purposes.
At this time, the cause of the fire is still unknown. Fire officials are working tirelessly to determine the source of the inferno. There were multiple reports, approximately 50, made to the brigade about the fire starting at 1:33pm. Ambulance crews have also been dispatched to the scene to provide assistance.
Station Commander Darren McTernan, who is currently at the scene, stated, "Crews are working hard to bring the fire under control." This is a developing story and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
In other news, there are currently 13 beloved London pubs at risk of permanent closure as their owner goes into administration. Additionally, a map has been released, showing the hottest places in the UK during the current heatwave. And in a shocking incident, a 9-year-old girl was shot in the head during a drive-by in east London and may never speak again.
For the latest updates on these and other news stories in London, be sure to visit The Agency's London news hub. As a precaution, residents in the affected area are advised to keep their windows and doors closed due to the significant amount of smoke being produced by the fire. Road closures are also causing heavy congestion, so it's best to avoid the area if possible.
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