28 Jun 2021 | 02:04 PM UTC
UK: Fire breaks out near Elephant and Castle station, London, June 28
Firefighters responding to a fire near Elephant and Castle station, London, UK, June 28; transport disruptions ongoing.
Event
Emergency services are responding to a fire near Elephant and Castle London Underground (Tube) station as of 14:45 June 28. The cause of the blaze is unclear. Elephant and Castle station is currently closed and public transport services are currently not stopping at the station.
The emergency service response is likely to prompt ground and rail traffic disruptions in the coming hours. Disruptions are also likely to continue for some time after the blaze has been extinguished.
Advice
Avoid the area in the coming hours and allow additional time for travel in the vicinity of Elephant and Castle station. If operating in the area, remain indoors with the windows closed until authorities have given the all-clear.
