A fire incident occurred at the prestigious Chiltern Firehouse in Marylebone, London, a renowned celebrity hotspot, causing a blaze that necessitated the evacuation of approximately 100 individuals, according to fire services. The historic red brick building, originally a fire station from the late 19th century, attracted a high-profile clientele, with celebrities such as Madonna, Kylie Minogue, and Tom Cruise frequenting the hotel and restaurant.
Over 100 firefighters and 20 fire engines were deployed to combat the fire that ravaged the Chiltern Firehouse on a Friday. The London Fire Brigade worked tirelessly to contain the blaze, which began in the ducting on the ground floor before spreading throughout the four-story building, eventually reaching the roof. Despite the challenging circumstances posed by the complex historic structure, no injuries were reported, and the fire was successfully contained by Friday evening.
The hotel, set to host the Netflix party following the BAFTA awards ceremony on Sunday, now faces closure until further notice as a result of the fire. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time, as fire officials continue their investigation into the incident. Hotel owner Andre Balazs expressed gratitude for the efforts of the firefighting crews and confirmed the temporary closure of the venue for safety reasons.
