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The aftermath of a fire at Sleaford Street, Battersea
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The aftermath of a fire at Sleaford Street, Battersea
The aftermath of a fire at Sleaford Street, Battersea, SW London
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© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1975 Aftermath Battersea Power Smouldering Sleaford
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This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a devastating fire that engulfed Sleaford Street in Battersea, South West London, in the 1970s. The London Fire Brigade had worked tirelessly through the night to bring the blaze under control, but the damage was extensive. The once vibrant street, home to a power station and various local businesses, now lay in ruins. The smouldering remnants of buildings are visible in the foreground, their facades charred and blackened, while the skeletal remains of metal structures loom ominously in the background. The fire station, a symbol of hope and protection, stands proudly in the distance, its red lights flashing against the smoky sky. The air is thick with the acrid smell of burnt rubber and metal, a stark reminder of the destruction that had taken place. The 1970s, a decade marked by social and political change, saw its fair share of disasters, both natural and man-made. This photograph offers a poignant snapshot of a community coming together in the face of adversity, as neighbours and emergency services worked to rebuild and restore order to their streets.
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