London Fire Crews Respond to Blaze Following Pre-Planned Film Set Explosions near the O2

A controlled explosion on a film set near the O2 arena in London led to a fire that destroyed a van and damaged a car and lorry. The London Fire Brigade responded to the incident in Silvertown and were able to control the blaze in just over an hour, with no reported injuries. The fire followed a pre-planned filming event near the O2 arena, which hosts upcoming concerts by Niall Horan and Texas. The fire spread out of control after the explosion, but firefighters quickly extinguished it. Witnesses reported hearing small explosions before the fire started, with videos of the incident circulating on social media. The Met police confirmed that the explosions were part of the filming event and stated that there was no risk to the public. The open-air yard where the fire took place is also near London’s cable car link across the River Thames. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with controlled explosions on film sets and the importance of proper safety measures in place to prevent accidents.

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