Two people have been rescued in south London after a terraced house collapsed in an explosion
Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters raced to the scene of the fire on Galpin's Road in Thornton Heath, Croydon, on Monday morning.The scene of the explosion in Galpin's Road, Thornton Heath.London Fire Brigade said firefighters rescued two people from the rubble. No information has been provided on any injuries.
Firefighters remain at the scene where they are carrying out systematic searches and working to make the site safe. The cause of the fire and explosion is not known at this time, but neighbours reported a strong smell of gas. Fire crews from Norbury, Mitcham, West Norwood, Woodside and surrounding fire stations attended the scene shortly after 7am following more than 13 999 calls.Picture: LBCOne resident, who lives two roads down, said her "whole house shook" during the blast.
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