Fireworks warning after blaze at Enfield school
The fire brigade and Met police are investigating.
London Fire Brigade and Metropolitan Police Service are reminding people about firework safety following a fire at a secondary school on South Street in Enfield.
Part of the external fascia on the first and second floor of the building was damaged by the fire. Twenty six members of staff left the building before the Brigade arrived. Thankfully, there were no reports of any injuries.
The fire is believed to have been accidental and caused by a group of young people playing with fireworks.
"This incident highlights the clear dangers of fireworks"
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police Service said: “On investigation, the fire was caused by what appears to have been a group of young people playing with fireworks and firing them at the school. This investigation is ongoing and has been captured on CCTV. Police will be conducting reassurance patrols and visiting the school.
“This incident highlights the clear dangers of fireworks and how quickly situations can escalate from their misuse. There will be additional officers on patrols in the evening around Halloween and Fireworks night and robustly dealing with any misuse or underage possession or selling of fireworks.
“The police will also be working with the London Fire Brigade and local schools and partners to highlight the dangers of fireworks across this peak period.
In a statement on the website of the school, head teacher Zoe Thompson said: “I would like to reassure everybody that the Oasis Academy Hadley building is safe, and school life is continuing as normal. Last night’s unfortunate incident caused some cosmetic damage to the outside of the building"
“If you have any information that could assist police then please contact us on 101 stating CAD 5812/23OCT24 or you can call Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000 to remain anonymous.