Fire Holborn today: 40 firefighters called to 'serious' blaze on Theobalds Road in central London

Firefighters have rushed to a busy road in central London due to a reported blaze.

A video posted on X, formerly Twitter, shows the blaze on the busy road in London with plumes of black smoke billowing into the air. The user wrote: “Serious fire going on in Holborn right now”.

London Fire Brigade said: “Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters have been called to a fire on Theobalds Road in #Holborn. More info to follow”.

Another user posted a picture on X showing the fire engines at the scene. The user added: “Fire in Holborn, London coming from underneath.”

The cause of the blaze is currently unknown.

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