Poundland blaze shuts Penge High Street as crews work through morning
Before dawn, a fire broke out at a Poundland on Penge High Street, bringing fifteen engines and about one hundred firefighters to the parade. The Penge High Street fire was contained to the shop and declared under control at 8.48am. No injuries were reported.
Cordons went up along the terrace and around twenty-five neighbours were taken to a rest centre as a precaution. Residents were asked to keep windows shut because of smoke. Buses were diverted and the road stayed closed through the morning.
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A café owner on the corner spoke of “a wall of smoke before sunrise and blue lights in every direction,” adding that staff waited for the all-clear before opening.
Investigators from London Fire Brigade are examining the scene to determine the cause. Crews from Beckenham, Forest Hill, Woodside, West Norwood and nearby stations attended and are expected to remain to damp down. Drivers are asked to avoid the area until cordons lift.
For confirmed timings, cordons and advice for residents, see the incident page.
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