Fire in Kennington Park Road, SE London
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Fire in Kennington Park Road, SE London
Fire at a derelict house in Kennington Park Road, SE London, 30 April 1955. Two boys were trapped on the top floor, and escaped by dropping from the two top floor windows. One of the boys fractured a leg in the fall. The roof of the house was completely destroyed. Date: 1955
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In this evocative photograph from the past, the London Fire Brigade's brave firefighters are seen in action at a blazing derelict house located on Kennington Park Road in SE London, on the fateful day of April 30, 1955. Two young boys, trapped on the top floor of the burning building, are seen making a desperate escape by dropping from the two top-floor windows. The harrowing event left one of the boys with a fractured leg from the fall. The London Fire Brigade's swift response was crucial in containing the inferno that had engulfed the terraced house. The fire service's vehicles and appliances, including motor ladders, were quickly deployed to the scene to save lives and prevent further damage. The firemen, dressed in their iconic uniforms, are seen working diligently to extinguish the flames, their determination and professionalism on full display. The roof of the house was completely destroyed, with broken glass and debris scattered on the pavement below. The image captures the intensity of the situation, with the smoke billowing from the windows and the firemen's hoses spraying water to douse the flames. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the risks that firefighters take to protect the community and keep people safe. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1950s and the era of the London Fire Brigade's early days. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of the fire service, and a reminder of the importance of fire safety in our daily lives.
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