Firefighters tackling BLAZE at London restaurant near Palace of Westminster
FIREFIGHTERS are currently tackling a blaze at a restaurant on Horseferry Road in Westminster, London.
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The fire is at the Cafe Ravioli restaurant.
The London Fire Brigade commented on the fire, saying: “Ten fire engines and 72 firefighters and officers have been called to a fire at a restaurant in Horseferry Road, Westminster.
“Half of the restaurant is alight."
The London Fire Brigade was called at 11.44pm.
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Ten fire engines and 72 firefighters and officers have been called to a fire at a restaurant in Horseferry Road, Westminster
Fire crews from Lambeth, Soho, Chelsea, Dowgate, Euston and surrounding stations are at the scene.
The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time.
City of Westminster Police added: “Officers are currently assisting with road closures in place.
“Horseferry Road between Medway Street and Marsham Street is closed to vehicles and pedestrians.”
The London Fire Brigade said the restaurant was closed when the fire broke out.
They also noted the fire crews were “making steady progress” in tackling the incident.
Horseferry road is located near MI5 headquarters and Channel 4 television studios.