Large fire at waste facility near Wembley Stadium disrupts London transport
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A major fire at a waste facility on Hannah Close in Neasden, north-west London, prompted the deployment of 125 firefighters and 20 fire engines, causing extensive smoke that led to suspensions on the Metropolitan line, partial closures on the Jubilee line, and disruptions to rail services from Marylebone.
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The fire occurred at an industrial estate on Hannah Close in Neasden, near Wembley Stadium in north-west London, and was reported just after 11:30 BST.
A large fire broke out at a waste facility close to Wembley Stadium in north-west London, causing disruption to Tube and train lines.
The London Fire Brigade (LFB) said 125 firefighters were deployed to tackle the blaze at an industrial estate on Hannah Close in Neasden, with the smoke plumes visible from miles away in central London.
The LFB was alerted just after 11:30 BST and deployed 20 fire engines to the scene. Residents were warned to keep their windows and doors shut because of the huge amount of smoke.
The fire caused extensive suspensions across the Metropolitan line and partial closures on the Jubilee line well into Friday night.
The fire had suspended the entire Metropolitan line for several hours on Friday afternoon.
It later only partially reopened, but remained suspended between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Aldgate.
Rail services to and from London Marylebone were also delayed or cancelled due to train lines to Aylesbury being affected, National Rail said.
Passengers were advised to check for ongoing travel updates before travelling.
Open Questions
- What caused the fire at the waste facility?
- Were there any injuries or fatalities reported?
- What is the extent of damage to the facility and surrounding area?
