Fire erupts beside busy London station as crews race to contain spreading flames

24 May 2026 , 21:53

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Fire erupts beside busy London station as crews race to contain spreading flames

Approximately 60 firefighters are addressing a fire on a residential road near Hackney Central station.

Social media footage displays massive flames, with smoke billowing into the air.

London Fire Brigade released a statement saying: "Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters are addressing a fire on Cottrill Gardens in Hackney.

"A static caravan and two cars are on fire, along with part of a grass embankment.

"Control Officers received the first of over 20 calls at 18:10 and have dispatched crews from Homerton, Leyton, Whitechapel, and nearby fire stations to the location."

The cause of the fire remains unknown.

All Mildmay Overground services from Hackney Central have been halted, with significant delays anticipated for the remainder of the line.

Thomas Brown

Head of Investigations