News · 15 August 2026

Luton bathroom showroom fire prompts major incident, forces evacuations near airport

Fire crews are addressing an inferno at a bathroom showroom on Selbourne Road in Luton, with 10 engines and three aerial platforms deployed. Properties on Wingate Road were evacuated, and people nearby were told to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke. The major incident was stood down at 12:45, and a full fire investigation will take place once it's safe.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 August 2026 at 15:21

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