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LCC-LFB Commercial building fire, Avery Hardoll, Eltham
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LCC-LFB Commercial building fire, Avery Hardoll, Eltham
LFB firefighters in action at a commercial building fire at Avery Hardoll, Eltham, SE London. The fire started in a former shop and dwelling which had been converted into a commercial undertaking. The lack of adequate fire stop doors allowed the fire to spread right along the row of properties and caused a major fire which both London and Kent fire brigades attended
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In this striking photograph, London Fire Brigade (LFB) firefighters are seen in action at a significant fire that engulfed a row of terraced properties in Eltham, SE London. The fire broke out in a former shop and dwelling that had been converted into a commercial undertaking, but the lack of adequate fire stop doors allowed the flames to rapidly spread from one building to the next. The image captures the intensity and urgency of the situation, with firefighters deploying hoses and climbing ladders to reach the upper floors of the gutted buildings. The terrace of properties, once a thriving part of the community in the 1930s, now lies in ruins, with thick smoke billowing from the windows and the acrid smell of burnt materials filling the air. The fire brigade, both from London and Kent, attended the scene to battle the blaze, which caused extensive damage to the buildings and disrupted the lives of local residents. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of proper fire safety measures in commercial and residential properties, and the crucial role that firefighters play in protecting communities from the devastating effects of fire. The photograph, taken by the London Fire Brigade, offers a glimpse into the heroic actions of the firefighters as they work tirelessly to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading further. The image is a powerful testament to their skill, bravery, and dedication to their duty. This photograph is part of the extensive collection of historical images available from Mary Evans Picture Library. It is not to be confused with the company Avery Hardoll, and is simply referred to as Eltham, SE London. The exact date of the fire is unknown, but it is believed to have taken place in the 1930s or 1940s.
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