A fire at a Bouygues UK construction site in east London has led to seven hospitalisations.
- Emergency services responded swiftly to the blaze at Hallsville Quarter, Canning Town.
- The incident drew the deployment of ten fire engines and 70 firefighters.
- Efforts included the usage of a 64-metre ladder for effective firefighting.
- Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire.
A serious fire incident at a Bouygues UK construction site in Canning Town, east London, has prompted a significant emergency response. The fire broke out on the ground floor of a commercial unit within the Hallsville Quarter regeneration project. By 8:30 am on Tuesday, emergency crews had reached the site, facilitating crucial firefighting efforts that unfolded over the subsequent hour.
The severity of the blaze necessitated the presence of ten fire engines and approximately 70 firefighters, as confirmed by the London Fire Brigade. A person was rescued using a 13.5 metre ladder, and firefighting efforts were bolstered by the deployment of a 64-metre ladder, underscoring the scale and complexity of the situation faced by the emergency services.
Paramedics were also quickly on the scene, treating ten individuals for smoke inhalation. Of these, seven people required hospitalisation, while three were discharged after receiving on-site medical attention. The prompt response of the firefighting and medical teams helped to mitigate more severe outcomes.
The investigation into the cause of the fire is being conducted by the London Fire Brigade, with the Health and Safety Executive also making enquiries. A spokesperson for Bouygues has stated that it is too early to determine the fire’s cause conclusively. These investigations will shed light on potential safety lapses and ensure accountability.
As the construction of the Hallsville Quarter project progresses, this incident has brought attention to its ambitious scope. The £600m development aims to complete its fourth of five phases by summer 2026, contributing significantly to local infrastructure with 375 student accommodation rooms and substantial commercial space. The project is managed by Linkcity, Bouygues UK’s development wing, which has already successfully delivered the first three phases comprising residential and commercial units.
The ongoing investigations will ultimately illuminate the circumstances surrounding this incident at a major construction site.
