Fire Rips Through Trafalgar Square Pub Basement
Blaze Hits Sub-Basement and Basement
A fierce fire tore through parts of a pub’s sub-basement and basement in Trafalgar Square last night. The inferno caused significant damage, forcing a rapid emergency response.
Firefighters Battle Intense Heat and Tough Conditions
Station Commander Keith McDermott, who was at the scene, revealed the difficult conditions inside the basement. Due to the arduous, difficult, and hot conditions inside the basement, we increased the number of fire engines and firefighters on the scene,” he said.
Quick Evacuation Prevents Injuries
Before the fire brigade arrived, about 150 people evacuated the pub and nearby businesses. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported.
“Before the Brigade arrived, approximately 150 people evacuated the pub and surrounding businesses.”
Traffic Chaos and Final Extinguishing
The Fire Brigade was called at 5:49 p.m., and after hours of battling the flames, the fire was finally extinguished by 10 p.m. People have been urged to avoid the area due to heavy traffic disruptions caused by the emergency response.
