House destroyed in fire near Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich

Summarised from 2 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 28 Oct, 20:44 · Archive

A mid-terraced house on Mansergh Close in Woolwich was completely destroyed by fire on 28 October just after midday. The blaze spread to a neighbouring house, damaging its roof. Neighbouring properties were evacuated as a precaution.

Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters from several stations were called to the scene. No injuries were reported. Stadium Road was closed from Ha-Ha Road to Baker Road during the incident. Buses to Queen Elizabeth Hospital were diverted, affecting routes 161, 178, 244, 291, 386, 469 and 486.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

How it is being reported

• House completely destroyed after large house fire near Queen Elizabeth HospitalA house has been completely destroyed after a fire in Woolwich near to Queen Elizabeth Hospital.This Is Local London · 28 Oct, 16:00
• House completely destroyed after large house fire near Queen Elizabeth HospitalA house has been completely destroyed after a fire in Woolwich near to Queen Elizabeth Hospital.News Shopper · 28 Oct, 16:00
• Homes near Queen Elizabeth Hospital evacuated after large house fireHomes near Queen Elizabeth Hospital have been evacuated after a large fire which has spread.This Is Local London · 28 Oct, 14:07
• Homes near Queen Elizabeth Hospital evacuated after large house fireHomes near Queen Elizabeth Hospital have been evacuated after a large fire which has spread.News Shopper · 28 Oct, 14:07

In this story: Queen Elizabeth Hospital · Mansergh Close · Woolwich · London Fire Brigade

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