A major fire broke out at a shop with residential flats above on High Street North, East Ham, around 19:02 BST on May 29, 2025, prompting the London Fire Brigade to deploy ten fire engines and approximately 70 firefighters to the scene. The fire, which has engulfed half of the ground floor shop, poses risks to the flats above and has resulted in High Street North being closed, with authorities advising locals to avoid the area and keep windows closed due to thick smoke. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported, but significant travel disruptions are expected this evening.
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Woman, 18, suffers ‘life-changing’ injuries after hair is caught in funfair ride
A young woman sustained severe injuries, described as "life-changing," after her hair became entangled in the rollers of a Fun House ride at the Netley Marsh Steam and Craft Show in Hampshire. The incident, which occurred late Saturday, led to her scalp being partly ripped off, prompting an investigation and the closure of the ride for safety concerns. Want More Context? 🔎
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