A child has died following a hazardous materials incident at a flat in east London. Two adults and two children were taken to hospital after complaining of a chemical smell at the property in Upton Park on Tuesday afternoon.
The London Fire Brigade received the first emergency call at 1:18 PM and dispatched crews from Poplar, Millwall, Euston and surrounding fire stations to Barking Road in Upton Park, Newham. Specially trained firefighters conducted a "systematic sweep" of the flat to detect hazardous substances and ventilate the area.
Approximately 12 people were evacuated from surrounding properties as a precautionary measure. The emergency response concluded at 4:23 PM, the London Fire Brigade confirmed.
Investigation Underway
The Metropolitan Police have launched an investigation into the incident alongside the London Fire Brigade. The circumstances that led to the chemical exposure remain unclear.
The tragic incident highlights the serious risks posed by hazardous materials in residential areas. Authorities have not yet disclosed what specific substances may have been involved.
Note: This article was created with Artificial Intelligence (AI).
