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Four injured after Chelsea 'fire and explosion' | Four injured after Chelsea 'fire and explosion' |
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Four people have been injured after a fire and explosion at flats in south-west London. | Four people have been injured after a fire and explosion at flats in south-west London. |
London Fire Brigade said a gas explosion was believed to have occurred at Pier House in Oakley Street, Chelsea, at about 16:20 GMT. | |
The fire happened in a three bedroom flat on the sixth floor of the seven-storey block. The building has been evacuated with about 50 people moved. | |
Four fire engines, paramedics and 20 firefighters are in attendance. | Four fire engines, paramedics and 20 firefighters are in attendance. |
A police spokesman said building work was under way at the block at the time. | A police spokesman said building work was under way at the block at the time. |
The fire brigade said one person was inside the flat when the incident happened while another three, who were in an adjacent building, are being treated for injuries. | |
Investigations are taking place to find out the cause of the incident. |