Fire sparks commuter chaos as Tube services halted
The blaze, which started around 1 am, required 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines from London Fire Brigade to bring under control by 4 am.
Parts of the Piccadilly line between South Harrow and Uxbridge remain closed, with severe delays on the westbound line between Acton Town and South Harrow.
No injuries were reported, but gas cylinders are believed to have exploded, and the fire severely damaged vehicle workshops and commercial properties.
London Underground tickets are being accepted on local bus services, and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
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