Large fire on Wood Green High Road brought under control
Emergency services mounted a substantial response to a building fire on Wood Green High Road late on Monday evening. The London Fire Brigade mobilised twelve fire engines and approximately 80 firefighters to tackle a blaze that affected two adjoining mixed‑use buildings close to Turnpike Lane tube station. The brigade said the incident was under control by around midnight, though crews remained on site to complete full extinguishment work through the night.
Timeline and scale of the response
The London Fire Brigade received the first of 25 emergency calls about the fire at 21.25 on Monday 6 July. Units were sent from multiple stations across north London, including Hornsey, Tottenham, Southgate and Holloway, with additional resources drawn from surrounding fire stations. The size of the attendance reflected the location and the nature of the properties involved.
In a statement, the brigade confirmed, “The fire is now under control but firefighters will remain on scene through the night working to fully extinguish the fire.” That work included damping down hotspots and ensuring there was no further spread to adjacent properties.
Evacuations and casualties
Fifteen people were led to safety from the affected buildings after the fire was detected. The evacuation was carried out by firefighters and other emergency personnel on scene. Two people were taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service for treatment of smoke inhalation. No further details about the condition of those taken to hospital have been released at this time.
Local disruption and public safety advice
Road closures remain in place on High Road near the junction with Turnpike Lane as emergency crews continue to work at the scene. The London Fire Brigade has advised members of the public to avoid the area and said people should expect some traffic disruption while operations continue.
Authorities have not confirmed the cause of the fire. Investigative work typically follows once the immediate danger has passed, but the brigade has stated that the cause is unknown at this stage. Fire crews remained on site through the night to complete extinguishment and to support any initial enquiries once it is safe to do so.
Crews and community impact
Firefighters from a number of north London stations were involved in the response, with crews called from Hornsey, Tottenham, Southgate and Holloway as well as nearby stations. The deployment of twelve fire engines and roughly 80 personnel demonstrates the scale of the incident and the resources required to bring it under control.
The two adjoining mixed‑use buildings affected by the blaze are located on the busy High Road near Turnpike Lane tube station, an area with shops and residential accommodation. The proximity to a major transport hub and the high street meant a swift and sizeable response was required to protect people and property. Local businesses and residents are likely to experience continued disruption while crews remain in place and roads are kept closed as a precaution.
Next steps and ongoing response
With the fire under control, the immediate priority for the London Fire Brigade and other agencies is to fully extinguish any remaining hot spots and to secure the scene. Once this work is complete, a more detailed assessment of damage and the cause can take place. The brigade has asked the public to continue to avoid the area and to follow any instructions issued by emergency services.
Further updates will be provided by the relevant authorities when available. In the meantime, residents and commuters who use High Road and Turnpike Lane should expect delays and consider alternative routes until road closures are lifted and the scene is cleared.
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