A man has been rushed to hospital with burn injuries following a significant explosion on a busy south London high street this morning.
Incident Details and Emergency Response
The incident occurred at approximately 10:10 am on Monday, November 17, 2025, when a van collided with the roof of a car park near Wimbledon Tube station. The impact caused the vehicle's contents to explode on Queens Road.
Emergency services, including Metropolitan Police, London Ambulance Service, and London Fire Brigade, were promptly dispatched to the scene. Specialist paramedics from the Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) also attended to manage potential environmental risks.
London Ambulance Service officials confirmed they treated a man at the scene for burns and transported him to hospital as a priority. The male driver, believed to be in his 60s, remains in hospital receiving treatment.
Ongoing Disruption and Travel Information
While Wimbledon Underground station and mainline railway services remain open, significant road closures are affecting the area.
Queens Road remains closed in both directions between Princes Road and A219 The Broadway. This has necessitated changes to local bus services.
Bus route 200, which normally runs between Lamton Road in Hounslow and Mitcham Fair Green, is currently on diversion. Transport for London has implemented the following detour route:
- Buses are diverted via Alexandra Road, Gap Road and Haydons Road
- Stops from Wimbledon Police Station 'J' to Haydons Road Station 'HC' towards Mitcham are missed
- Stops from Haydons Road Station 'HL' to Wimbledon Police Station 'K' towards Raynes Park are also missed
Investigation and Community Impact
Authorities have confirmed that the cause of the explosion remains unclear at this stage. However, police have provided reassurance to the local community, confirming to Metro that the incident is not believed to be terror-related.
The explosion occurred in a typically bustling commercial and transport hub, causing alarm among local residents and commuters. The swift response from multiple emergency service units helped to secure the area and provide necessary medical assistance.
Investigations into the precise circumstances leading to the collision and subsequent explosion are ongoing as authorities work to determine the exact sequence of events.
