London (TDI): A wildfire broke out in East London on Monday and led to the evacuation of several homes as the fire destroyed eight hectares in Dagenham. Meanwhile other two grass fires also struck in Hornchurch and Walthamstow Marshes.
Earlier, it was confirmed by the London Fire Brigade (LFB) that 20 fire engines and around 125 firefighters were called to the scene behind Clemence Road in Dagenham at 6.30 pm.
Footage captured by the drones and posted on X showed the aftermath of a grass fire, with large areas of grass turned into ash.
Station Commander Matt Hayward said: “The fire had reached some garden fences, sheds and garden furniture. As well as our jets, we used wildfire beaters to beat the flames and stop them from reaching the properties”.
It is reported that a wildfire response vehicle was deployed to the incident. These vehicles provide off-road capability, enabling the transportation of additional equipment closer to fires on open ground.
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These vehicle allows firefighters to pump water and drive, enabling them to tackle grass fires more quickly and safely. The Brigade is currently trialling four wildfire response vehicles across the capital.
Two additional grass fire incidents were reported on Monday evening. Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters were called to a grass fire near Wingletye Lane in Hornchurch and Walthamstow Marshes in Walthamstow.
Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters are at the scene of another grass fire tonight in #Walthamstow. More information to follow. pic.twitter.com/2E3jYaqZ9j
— London Fire Brigade (@LondonFire) July 14, 2025
Firefighters tackled a fire where around eight hectares of grassland were destroyed in Hornchurch and around three hectares of grassland were destroyed in Walthamstow by fire. The fire near Hornchurch is said to be under control, as per the LFB.
A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said, “During the hot weather, it is important everyone acts responsibly to prevent fires from occurring. As the weather has been so dry, it only takes a few sparks to lead to a fire spreading rapidly. In London, this can be dangerous because so many of our green spaces lie close to homes and other properties”.
As per reports, investigations are still underway to find out the cause of the fire.
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