A child has died and five people have been taken to hospital after a house fire in east London.
Six fire engines and about 40 firefighters were called to the blaze in Napier Road, East Ham, at just before 8.30am on Saturday, the London fire brigade (LFB) said.
Half of the first floor and half of the ground floor of a terrace 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.”
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Scotland Yard said inquiries are being made to trace the child’s next of kin.
A number of road closures have been put in place while emergency services deal with the fire.
Source: theguardian.com
