Fire in Golders Green confirmed as non-suspicious
Around 100 firefighters are at the scene
Police investigating the cause of a fire at a warehouse in Golders Green have confirmed it is not being treated as suspicious.
At around 07:00hrs on Wednesday, 27 May, police were called by the London Fire Brigade, who were responding to the fire on Golders Green Road, Barnet.
Officers attended and worked closely alongside firefighters, assisting with road closures and evacuations to ensure public safety. There was damage to the property but, fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Following further enquiries alongside the LFB, the fire is not being treated as suspicious and is believed to have been caused by an electrical fault.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: “We understand the concern and disruption this incident will have caused to the local community and those living and working in the area. We would like to reassure residents that there is no indication of any targeted or deliberate act.
“Officers remain in the area to provide reassurance and will continue to work in partnership with the LFB and local authority. Anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak to local officers.”
Speaking at the scene, assistant commissioner Craig Carter said: “The fire has been producing a significant amount of smoke, and we continue to advise people in the area to keep their windows and doors shut at this time, whilst firefighters work to fully extinguish the fire.”
Some 15 fire engines and 100 firefighters from surrounding areas, including Finchley, Willesden and West Hampstead, were dispatched.
One of LFB’s 32-metre turntable ladders is being used as a water tower while a second 32-metre turntable is being used as an observation platform to provide an aerial view.
Drones have also been deployed to provide live thermal images.