April 27th 2024.
London's bustling King's Cross railway station was thrown into chaos earlier today as a fire alarm sounded, prompting an immediate evacuation. The usually busy station was quickly cleared out as passengers were ushered out by firefighters around 4pm.
According to witnesses, there was a concerning smell of gas and smoke emanating from the building, prompting fears of a potential fire. The nearby underground station was also shut down as a precautionary measure.
Passengers took to social media to share their experiences, with one Twitter user reporting a swarm of fire trucks arriving at the scene. Another passenger described feeling dizzy and disoriented from the fumes as they were evacuated from the station.
Video footage captured the chaotic scene as passengers hurriedly made their way out of the station, covering their noses and mouths to protect themselves from the reported fumes.
A police officer at the scene revealed to The Sun that a flare had been set off underground, causing the emergency response. Firefighters were on the scene, working to contain the situation.
Transport for London (TFL) issued a statement confirming the closure of King's Cross St. Pancras station. They advised commuters to seek alternative routes while they dealt with the fire alert.
Fortunately, the situation was resolved within an hour and the station was able to reopen at around 5pm. However, the cause of the fire alarm and flare remains under investigation.
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