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South Harrow Arch Fire Contained After Explosions Halt Piccadilly Line

Authorities probe the blaze’s origins under railway arches with smoke advisories and road closures still in effect.

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Overview

  • The fire broke out just after 1:15 am in railway arches beneath the Piccadilly line near Roxeth Green Avenue in South Harrow.
  • Around 100 firefighters, 15 engines, hazmat units, drones and 32-metre turntable ladders were deployed to tackle the blaze and manage gas cylinder explosions.
  • London Fire Brigade declared the fire under control by 4:01 am and confirmed there have been no injuries.
  • Transport for London has suspended services between South Harrow and Uxbridge with severe westbound delays toward Acton Town pending track safety inspections.
  • Local roads remain closed and residents have been urged to keep windows and doors shut as a multi-agency investigation into the fire’s cause continues.