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News on the Block is a trading name of Premier Property Media Ltd.
This bank holiday weekend, two significant fires broke out in apartment buildings in Dagenham, Essex, and Blackwall, East London.
In Dagenham, a fire erupted early on Monday, severely damaging a block of flats in Dagenham, Essex. Over 100 firefighters responded, rescuing 20 residents. The building required a full evacuation. Four people were treated, with two hospitalised. The fire, which heavily damaged the building, has raised concerns over existing fire safety issues. An investigation is underway to determine the cause and assess the building's safety protocols.
A second fire broke out in a high-rise block of flats in London’s Blackwall area, raising concerns about fire safety and cladding. The blaze occurred on the 25th floor of the 45-story New Providence Wharf building, which had undergone cladding removal following the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and firefighters managed to bring the fire under control within hours. An investigation is underway to determine the cause and assess the building's fire safety measures.