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19/04/2017

Fire Breaks Out At Under Construction Ealing Hotel

An investigation has been launched into the cause of a fire at a hotel under construction in Ealing, London.

Fire crews were called to the scene on Uxbridge Road at 11.30am on Tuesday, 18 April. London Fire Brigade said the whole roof of the eight-storey building was alight, as well as part of the plant room.

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A total of 10 fire engines and 72 firefighters brought the blaze under control by 1.25pm. There are no reports of any injuries.

An investigation into the cause of the incident is now underway.

(LM/MH)

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