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Aftermath of a fire, Fire Force Area 34, WW2
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Aftermath of a fire, Fire Force Area 34, WW2
National Fire Service firefighters from the former Middlesex Fire Brigade (integrated into the London Region), damping down and turning over following a serious fire in a depot in Douglas Road, Hounslow, storing baled combustibles
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1943 Aftermath Area Baled Damage Damaged Damping Depot Hounslow Middlesex Region Storing Turning Douglas Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a devastating fire that occurred in Area 34 of the Fire Force in Douglas Road, Hounslow during World War II. The scene is one of destruction and damage, with the charred remains of a building smoldering in the background. The fire, which is believed to have started in a depot storing baled combustibles, had been brought under control by the brave firefighters of the former Middlesex Fire Brigade, who have now turned their attention to preventing any further damage or reignition. The firemen, dressed in their heavy protective gear, are seen diligently damping down the area and turning over debris to ensure that any hidden embers are extinguished. The road leading to the scene of the fire is cordoned off, with onlookers gathered at a safe distance to witness the aftermath of the incident. The photograph, taken in 1943 during the height of the war, provides a poignant reminder of the vital role that the fire service played during this period. With resources stretched thin due to the demands of the war effort, these firefighters put their lives on the line to protect their communities from the ever-present threat of fire. The image is a testament to the courage and determination of the firefighters of the London Fire Brigade during the 1940s, a time when their skills and dedication were needed more than ever before.
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