Huge fire erupts at railway arches with ‘gas cylinders exploding' & smoke billowing through air sparking commuter delays
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AN ENORMOUS fire has broken out in a set of major railway arches sparking huge delays for commuters this morning.
A number of gas cylinders are also believed to have exploded during the early stages of the fire under the London Underground Piccadilly line tracks in South Harrow, fire crews said.
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The London Fire Brigade (LFB) received its first call about the inferno shortly after 1.15am this morning, with around 100 firefighters currently working to control the blaze.
Crews say they are "likely" to be at the scene well into the morning.
In a statement, LFB said: "Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters were called to a fire near Roxeth Green Avenue in South Harrow.
"The fire occurred at a range of four railway arches, housing businesses including vehicle workshops and other commercial uses.
"The properties have been severely damaged by fire.
"Firefighters have worked hard to bring the fire under control but the Brigade is likely to maintain a significance presence on scene for several more hours."
No injuries have yet been reported at this time.
As a result of the blaze, there is "severe disruption" westbound on the Piccadilly line between South Harrow and Acton Town.
The route has also been part suspended between South Harrow and Uxbridge.
Commuters have been advised to take alternate routes, including using local bus services or by using the Metropolitan line between Uxbridge and central London.
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