Around 60 firefighters are tackling a house fire on Addiscombe Road in Croydon, with the entire two-storey detached property reported alight, according to the London Fire Brigade (LFB).
Fire Breaks Out in Early Morning
The blaze erupted at approximately 4:30am on Thursday, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Eight fire engines have been dispatched to the scene, the LFB confirmed.
In a statement, the LFB said: "Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters are tackling a house fire on Addiscombe Road in Croydon. The whole of a two-storey, detached house is currently alight."
Cause of Fire Unknown
The cause of the fire remains unknown at this stage, with investigations expected to follow once the blaze is brought under control.
Fire crews are working to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to neighbouring properties, though no further details on potential injuries or evacuations have been released.
Ongoing Response
This is a live news event, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available from the London Fire Brigade and other authorities.
The LFB has not yet indicated how long it expects the operation to last, but the scale of the response—60 firefighters and eight engines—underscores the severity of the incident.
