A significant fire erupted at a Kosher supermarket in Golders Green, north London, early Wednesday morning. The incident prompted a swift response from the London Fire Brigade.
Fire Details
The emergency services received the first of 33 calls reporting the fire at 6:47 AM. A total of around 70 firefighters and ten fire engines were dispatched to the location.
- Time of first call: 6:47 AM
- Number of firefighters: 70
- Number of fire engines: 10
Response from Fire Brigade
Firefighters arrived from several stations, including Finchley, Willesden, and West Hampstead. They utilized a 32-meter turntable ladder to tackle the blaze. The fire is originating from a building that consists of three stories, with a supermarket on the ground floor and additional premises above.
Safety Measures
The fire is generating a considerable volume of smoke. Authorities are advising local residents to keep windows and doors shut to minimize exposure. Additionally, several road closures have been implemented in the vicinity, particularly along Golders Green Road near the junction with Beverley Gardens.
- Residents advised: Keep windows and doors shut
- Road closures: Golders Green Road at Beverley Gardens junction
Emergency services are urging the public to avoid the area while the fire is being addressed. The investigation into the cause of the fire is still ongoing.
