Emergency services respond to incident in Charlton

Tuesday, 16 December 2025 12:38

By Maritime Radio News Team @MaritimeLDN

Emergency Services have responded to an incident in Charlton.

The London Fire Brigade has confirmed that the incident involves a suspected carbon monoxide leak near a retail park in Charlton, which houses M&S and Sainsbury's outlets. They say around 30 people are being treated.

Emergency services were called to Gallions Road on Tuesday morning (16th December) following reports of the incident.

The London Ambulance Service said 30 people were treated for chemical inhalation.

It added that a number of resources were sent, including specialists from its hazardous area response team, advanced paramedic practitioners and conventional ambulances.

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