The Leader of the Council Cllr Paul Perkins has published a message of reassurance for the community
“The fire in the Shernhall Street area of Walthamstow on Sunday 12 July was a serious incident that could potentially have been far worse were it not for the swift response of the emergency services, the council, and local organisations and residents.
“Most importantly, we are very relieved that no one was injured. Unfortunately, several properties have been badly damaged. Anyone who was unable to return home has been housed in temporary accommodation. Our immediate thoughts are with these residents – we are working to get them back into their homes as soon as possible, and continuing to support them in any way that we can.
"Today, as we start to clean up, neighbourhood officers have been out in the area, going door to door to provide support. A meeting has been held between the fire brigade, local residents, and council representatives to review the situation and identify where any further recovery work is required.
“We are deeply grateful for the emergency services who keep our community safe. I am also grateful to council officers who were on the ground to ensure that anyone unable to return home could be accommodated, and who worked at pace to establish a contingency overnight rest centre if needed – important duties of the council in an emergency.
“Last but not least, I would also like to thank the local community for their kind offers of help and support for the people who were caught up in this incident.”
EXTRA INFO
- If you need help or support following this incident, please call our contact centre on 0208 496 3000.
- At the time of writing, midday on Monday 13 July, Shernhall Street remains closed between Church Lane and Brookfield Avenue. Other local roads have reopened.
- Weaver Line services between Hackney Downs and Chingford are expected to be suspended all day.
- You can read the latest update from the London Fire Brigade on their website.