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London's firefighters have 'alarming' cancer risk due to contaminants from buildings and EVs

Instances of cancer amongst firefighters aged 35-39 are up to 323% higher than the general population

Evening Standard

Major e-bike warning issued across London ahead of Black Friday

The London Fire Brigade warned incompatible lithium-ion batteries or faulty conversion kits in e-bikes and e-scooters can cause fires

The Independent UK

Fireworks feared inside London warehouse as 150 firefighters tackle major blaze

Fire brigade warns public to keep ‘safe distance’ as 25 fire engines battle two-storey structure in Southall

The Guardian - UK

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Major incident stood down at London warehouse fire

Around 150 firefighters and 25 fire engines were called to the fire in London warehouse which may contain fireworks, the London Fire Brigade said.

Evening Standard

London warehouse engulfed in flames may contain fireworks, firefighters warn

Around 150 firefighters and 25 fire engines are battling a large blaze at a warehouse on Bridge Road in Southall, west London.

Evening Standard

Firefighters battling large blaze at west London warehouse

The fire is located in a two-storey structure consisting of a warehouse and retail space on Bridge Road in Southall.

Evening Standard

Investigation launched after London house fire leaves one dead

Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters were called to the scene in Hampton, south-west London, on Sunday

The Independent UK

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Hero firefighter rescues family from 'ferocious' e-bike fire during first week in job

A newly trained firefighter rescued a family from a dangerous e-bike fire on just his second night shift

Evening Standard

Police attacked with fireworks amid Bonfire Night disorder across the UK

West Midlands Police made more than 20 arrests after officers were attacked with fireworks in Birmingham.

Evening Standard

London Fire Brigade unveil plans for huge new headquarters in south London

The London Fire Brigade is hoping to refurbish its Grade II listed site near Lambeth Bridge

Evening Standard

Child dead after ‘hazardous materials’ incident in east London flat

Two adults and another child were also treated in hospital after reporting a smell of chemicals in a Newham flat

Evening Standard

Child dies after ‘hazardous materials’ incident at London flat

Two adults and two children attended hospital complaining about a smell of chemicals in a flat, the fire service said.

The Independent UK

Mother tells of family's escape from 'nightmare' fire caused by exploding e-bike that destroyed house

Cheryl Whitter and her children are homeless after their home of 12 years burnt to the ground — as LFB issue e-bike fire warning after three blazes in a week

Evening Standard

Two rescued from burning building after huge Diwali fire started by fireworks in west London

No injuries were reported but fifteen people have been temporarily displaced as a result of the blaze

Evening Standard

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Evening Standard

Shocking pictures show aftermath of south London ski shop fire tackled by 100 firefighters

The London Fire Brigade said it received nearly 50 calls on Thursday after a blaze broke out at Finches Emporium

Evening Standard

'Firework killed my family and destroyed my life', says London father

Aroen Kishen has warned of the danger of fireworks, two years after the fire which killed his wife and two children

International Business Times UK

Hundreds Evacuated from IKEA Wembley After Solar Panels Catch Fire

Hundreds evacuated from IKEA Wembley after rooftop solar panels catch fire. No injuries reported as crews contain blaze and launch investigation.

Evening Standard

Residents left feeling 'dehumanised' by broken lifts in south London tower block

Residents have been made to carry babies and wheelchairs up the stairs and there is no timeline for fixing the lifts

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The Independent UK

Warning as e-bike and e-scooter fires set to hit record high

There have been 165 incidents involving e-bikes and e-scooters in 2025, research shows

The Independent UK

E-bike fires on track to hit record high this year

London Fire Brigade (LFB) said it has recorded 165 fires involving the vehicles in 2025 up to September 28.

Evening Standard

Marylebone flood 'like a war zone' as burst pipe devastates homes and shuts court

Residents and business owners tell of devastation as burst water main sends torrents of water into properties in central London

The Independent UK

Fire brigade worker sacked over Tesco queue-jumping row wins unfair dismissal claim

Ryan Shearwood said he had used his elbow to “defend” himself after the woman skipped the self-checkout queue

Evening Standard

Man arrested over Heathrow Airport evacuation

A 57-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm (CS spray) and causing a public nuisance, the Metropolitan Police said.

Evening Standard

Confusion remains over ‘potential hazardous materials incident’ at Heathrow

The check-in area inside Terminal 4 was evacuated on Monday night.

The Guardian - UK

Heathrow T4 reopens after police find no adverse substance

Heathrow Terminal 4 declared safe to reopen hours after reports of hazardous substance prompted evacuation

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