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Major fire breaks out near palace | Major fire breaks out near palace |
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A fire has broken out at a 17th Century mansion near Hampton Court Palace in south-west London. | A fire has broken out at a 17th Century mansion near Hampton Court Palace in south-west London. |
The entire roof of David Garrick Mansion on Hampton Court Road has been destroyed in the fire, which began at about 1129 BST. | |
No injuries were reported and 10 fire engines were sent to the scene. Witnesses said work was taking place at the mansion at the time of the blaze. | |
Transport for London has put bus diversions in place around the fire. | Transport for London has put bus diversions in place around the fire. |
Half of the building's second floor was also on fire, a fire brigade spokeswoman said. | |
All occupants of the building have been evacuated. | All occupants of the building have been evacuated. |
London Ambulance Service sent two ambulances and a fast response car to the scene, but no patients have been treated. | London Ambulance Service sent two ambulances and a fast response car to the scene, but no patients have been treated. |
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