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Fire causes series of explosions | Fire causes series of explosions |
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A huge fire has caused several explosions at a breakers' yard in south -east London. | |
About 75 firefighters are still trying to bring the blaze under control which is sending huge plumes of black smoke into the air. | About 75 firefighters are still trying to bring the blaze under control which is sending huge plumes of black smoke into the air. |
The Fire Service says a number of propane cylinders have exploded in the heat and its crews were forced to withdraw for their own safety. | The Fire Service says a number of propane cylinders have exploded in the heat and its crews were forced to withdraw for their own safety. |
There are no reports of any casualties but the area has been cordoned off. | There are no reports of any casualties but the area has been cordoned off. |