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Why do waste fires happen?
Waste facilities, like the Deptford one, are prone to fires due to the nature of their contents. Flammable materials, chemical reactions, or even discarded batteries can ignite, especially in large piles of household waste. These fires are challenging to extinguish and can cause significant disruption, as seen with the blocked rail lines.
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