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LCC-LFB Aftermath of serious house fire in Notting Hill
With the blaze at a house in Notting Hill extinguished, firefighters start to put away their equipment and ladders. The fire affected all floors of this terraced house
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1962 Affected Aftermath Blaze Crescent Escape Extinguished Floors Georgian Ladder Ladders Notting Terrace Terraced Wheeled Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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In this poignant photograph taken by the London Fire Brigade in 1962, the aftermath of a serious house fire in Notting Hill unfolds as firefighters begin to pack away their equipment and ladders. The blaze, which had engulfed all floors of this terraced house on Royal Hill, had been extinguished, leaving behind a scene of destruction and despair. The firemen, dressed in their iconic red uniforms and helmets, work diligently to dismantle the wheeled fire ladder that had been used to access the upper levels of the house. The Georgian terrace, once a symbol of Notting Hill's historic charm, now stands as a reminder of the devastating effects of fire. The escape ladders, which had been used to help residents evacuate the property, are also being carefully folded away. The fire, which had affected every floor of the house, had left the residents displaced and in need of support from their community and emergency services. The image captures the quiet moment after the chaos of the firefighting effort, as the firefighters take a brief pause to collect their belongings before moving on to the next call. The smoke-stained walls and charred remnants of furniture serve as a stark reminder of the destructive power of fire and the vital role that the London Fire Brigade plays in keeping communities safe. This photograph, taken in the 1960s, offers a glimpse into the past and the important work of the London Fire Brigade in responding to emergencies and providing essential services to those in need. The image is a poignant reminder of the human cost of fire and the importance of fire safety.
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