News · 19 August 2026
Deptford recycling centre suffers second major blaze this summer, blocking rail lines
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Around 100 firefighters are tackling a blaze at a Deptford waste facility for the second time this summer. Fifteen fire engines are tackling about 50 tonnes of household waste. Rail services into London Bridge from New Cross are also experiencing disruption as lines are blocked.
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