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Residents of Darnley House in East London were evacuated earlier today following a fire incident at the residential building, which is located in close proximity to Cayley Primary School. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, and the London Fire Brigade has confirmed that the fire is now under control, Daily Dazzling Dawn understand at Thursday 12am.There are no immediate reports of injuries from the Darnley House fire in Tower Hamlets; residents were safely evacuated form the building 66 Salmon Ln, London E14.It is known that multiple British Bangladeshi families resided in the building.
While the exact cause of the fire is currently under investigation, witnesses reported seeing smoke emanating from one of the upper floors of Darnley House. Firefighters worked efficiently to contain the blaze and ensure the safety of all residents.
"We received calls reporting a fire at Darnley House, situated near Cayley Primary School, earlier this morning," a spokesperson for the London Fire Brigade stated. "Our crews were on scene promptly and worked quickly to evacuate residents as a precautionary measure. We can confirm that the fire has been brought under control, and firefighters remain on site to ensure all hotspots are fully extinguished."
The Metropolitan Police were also present to assist with traffic management and ensure the safety of the surrounding area. Parents of children at Cayley Primary School were informed of the incident, and while the school itself was not directly affected by the fire, some local road closures may have caused minor disruptions.
Local residents expressed relief that the situation was brought under control quickly and that there were no immediate reports of serious injuries. "It was worrying to see the smoke, especially with the school so close," said one resident who wished to remain anonymous. "The firefighters were brilliant; they got here so fast and seemed to have everything under control."
Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire in the coming days. Residents who were evacuated are being provided with support and assistance as they await clearance to return to their homes.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and the swift response of emergency services in ensuring the well-being of the community. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
