The blaze engulfed a terraced home in East Ham at around 8.30am on Saturday morning
Police and fire sercices are investigating the tragic incident in East Ham, London A child has died and five people are in hospital after a house fire in east London.
Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters were called to the blaze on Napier Road in East Ham at just before 8.30am on Saturday, the London Fire Brigade said. Half of the first floor and half of the ground floor of a terraced house were damaged by the fire, which was under control by 9.10am. LFB assistant commissioner Patrick Goulbourne said: “This is a terribly sad incident and the thoughts of all of us at London Fire Brigade are with the family, friends and all those affected at this difficult time.
“Staff will be in the local community over the coming days to offer support and advice where needed. The welfare of our staff is very important and all those involved will be offered support from our counselling and trauma service.”Scotland Yard said enquiries are ongoing to trace the child’s next of kin.This is a breaking news story and will be updated.
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