A woman’s died in a fire at a residential unit for adults with learning disabilities in Chingford.
More than 70 firefighters are currently dealing with the blaze in Connington Crescent.
Around half of the ground and first floors and all of the building’s roof were alight.
12 people left before fire crews arrived.
They’re expecting to spend all day tackling hot spots.
Station Manager Keith Wilson who is at the scene said:
“Firefighters have been working hard to contain the spread of the fire which has destroyed the roof. Crews expect to be here into the day, tackling hot spots.”
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
(PHOTOS: London Fire Brigade)
Tags: Chingford, Fire, Waltham Forest, London Fire Brigade
