A dozen fire engines and 80 firefighters are currently responding to a fire at a terraced house on Ravenscroft Road in Beckenham. The blaze, which involves a two-floor property with a loft conversion, was first reported to the London Fire Brigade at 22:22. Crews are working to extinguish flames located in the void space between the first floor and the loft.
Residents Advised to Close Doors and Windows
The London Fire Brigade has issued a statement urging residents in the immediate area to keep doors and windows closed where possible, as smoke is being produced by the fire. The Brigade said: "Residents in the immediate area should keep doors and windows closed where possible, due to smoke being produced by the fire."
Crews from Woodside, Forest Hill, West Norwood, and surrounding fire stations have been dispatched to the scene. The cause of the fire is not yet known, and investigations are expected to follow once the blaze is under control.
Fire Crews from Multiple Stations Respond
The scale of the response—80 firefighters and 12 engines—indicates the severity of the situation. The fire is located in the building's void space, which can be challenging to access and may require extensive efforts to fully extinguish.
The London Fire Brigade has not provided an estimated time for when the fire will be brought under control. Updates are expected as the situation develops, and residents are advised to remain vigilant and follow safety guidance.
Ongoing Incident and Next Steps
The incident began late in the evening, and crews have been working through the night to manage the blaze. The cause remains undetermined, and a full investigation will likely be launched once the fire is out.
Residents in the immediate vicinity should continue to keep doors and windows closed to avoid smoke inhalation. Further updates will be provided by the London Fire Brigade as they become available.
