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Today is the 349th anniversary of the Great Fire of London which started in baker's shop belonging to Thomas Farynor. The Great Fire of London swept through the city in September 1666 devastating many buildings including 13,200 houses, 87 parish churches, The Royal Exchange, Guildhall and St. Paul’s Cathedral, built during the Middle Ages, was totally destroyed.
Although the verified death toll was only six people it is unknown how many people died in the great fire of London because many more died through indirect causes.
In 1666 there was no organised fire brigade. Today it's not just fires that we deal with and through fire safety work we're making the capital safer than ever before. Tell us why you think firefighters are great. http://www.london-fire.gov.uk/great-fire-of-london.asp
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London Fire Brigade
Yesterday at 8:04am
Here's our fire boat showing off its capabilities for ITV's ‪#‎ThisMorning‬. The crew based at Lambeth River Station are on hand everyday to help with any incidents on The Thames.
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London Fire Brigade
August 31 at 2:37am
Have you left your hairdryer plugged in? A family home was destroyed when a hairdryer had been left on when the electricity cut out. The hairdryer then came back to life once the electricity meter had been recharged. Share with anyone who might do this. http://www.london-fire.gov.uk/LatestIncidentsContainer_22Au…
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London Fire Brigade added 2 new photos.
August 30 at 10:42am
Here are two examples of the 557 animal rescues we went to last year.We always be there in an emergency but not all animal rescues need our help. If an animal is injured or in distress please call the RSPCA's 24 hour helpline on 0300 1234 999 first. They'll call us if we're neededhttp://www.london-fire.gov.uk/…/LatestNewsReleases_call-the…
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London Fire Brigade
August 29 at 8:27amEdited
What are your plans for tomorrow? Why not come to Wembley Fire Station (591a Harrow Road) from noon as we're hosting an open day. Lots of fun for all the family.
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