Two women and two children have died in a devastating house fire in south-east London.
Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters raced to the fire at a house on Hamilton Road in Bexleyheath on Thursday, November 18.
Fire crews used ladders to rescue two women and two children from the first floor of the burning building but they died at the scene.
One man managed to escape the blaze and was rushed to hospital, reports the Mirror.
An investigation into what caused the inferno has now been launched.
London Fire Brigade stated: "Crews in breathing apparatus rescued two women and two children from the first floor using a nine metre ladder. Sadly they all died at the scene.
"One man left the building before the Brigade arrived and has been taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service.
"The Brigade was called at 20:28 and the incident was over by 21:45. Fire crews from Bexley, Erith, Plumstead, Lee Green and Sidcup fire stations were in attendance.
"The cause of the fire is under investigation."
London Fire Commissioner Andy Roe offered his "sincere condolences", adding: "This is a truly terrible incident which is both sad and shocking. Our thoughts are with the family, friends and local community at this difficult time."
Bexley Police added: "We echo the thoughts of the @LondonFire Commissioner.
"And we'll be here to help support those affected by this tragic fire in #Bexleyheath in the coming days."
