Hounslow fire updates — Five killed 'from same family' and one still missing in horrifying Channel Close house blaze | The Sun
A FIRE killed five and left one person missing in Hounslow, London last night.
At around 10:26pm last night, a blaze took hold of Channel Close, killing five members of the same family, the Met Police has said.
MP Ruth Cadbury, has expressed her heartbreak at this tragedy in her constituency as she said: "I am devastated to learn this morning that 5 people, including children, died in a fire in a house in Hounslow last night.
“My thoughts are with their family, friends neighbours.”
One person is reportedly still missing following the devastating blaze.
Read our live blog below for the latest news and updates…
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By Henry Moore
What caused the fire?
Currently, officials have not provided an official cause for the fire that killed five family members on Sunday.
However, cops said they are keeping an “open mind as to the cause of the fire.”
During a press conference this morning, officials told reporters that three of the deceased are children.
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By Henry Moore
One person still missing
Speaking to reporters today, Chief Supt Sean Wilson confirmed that one person remains unaccounted for.
“Despite the lifesaving efforts of all those attending I’m very sorry to inform you all five people have lost their lives in this fire," he said.
“Sadly, we believe that three of those that died are children.
“There is at least one other person, an adult, who remains unaccounted for.
“This is truly a terrible incident the loss of so many lives will cause unimaginable distress to families, friends and communities of all those involved.
“I know that people across the country are shocked and saddened by this terrible event last night.
“Everyone will want to know why this tragedy occurred.
“We will be working tirelessly with our colleagues at the London Fire Brigade to find those answers.“At this time we have an open mind as to the cause of the fire. I would ask people not to add to that uncertainty by speculating.”
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By Allan Glen
Summary – updates on the Hounslow fire that killed five people, including three children
If you're just joining us, here is the latest on the tragedy:
Police were called at about 10.30pm on Sunday to reports of a fire at a residential address in Channel Close, Hounslow, TW5.
The bodies of five people were found inside the property and a sixth person is currently unaccounted for.
It is believed that all five are members of the same family. Three of the victims are believed to be children, police said.
Police said they are keeping an "open mind" as to the cause of the fire and are investigating the use of fireworks.
No arrests have been made.
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By Allan Glen
Police investigate use of fireworks in house fire that killed three children
Mr Wilson, when asked if he could rule out fireworks as a possible cause of the fatal blaze, told PA: "At this stage, this is being investigated both by ourselves and specialist fire officers.
"I am not ruling anything out, I don't think we are in a position to do that.
"We keep an open mind, it is such an early stage and there is an awful lot of work to be done."
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By Allan Glen
Three victims 'believed to be children'
Three of the victims who died in the house fire in Hounslow, west London, on Sunday are believed to be children, Metropolitan Police chief superintendent Sean Wilson said.
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By Allan Glen
London Fire Commissioner Andy Roe offers his condolences
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By Allan Glen
Neighbours evacuated – police appeal for information
Police say nearby properties were evacuated as a precaution following the fire.
Enquiries into the cause of the fire are ongoing. At this early stage in the investigation there have been no arrests.
Anyone with any information is asked to call police on 101 and give reference 6845/12NOV.
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By Allan Glen
Hounslow fire – what we know so far
Police were called at about 10.30pm on Sunday to reports of a fire at a residential address in Channel Close, Hounslow, TW5.
Officers attended alongside the London Fire Brigade and the London Ambulance Service (LAS).
The bodies of five people were found inside the property and a sixth person is currently unaccounted for. It is believed that all five are members of the same family.
One man left the house prior to the arrival of emergency services. He was taken to hospital by LAS. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
More to follow.
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By Allan Glen
Met Police launch investigation into fire
Detectives and London Fire Brigade are investigating..
Chief Superintendent Sean Wilson, responsible for policing in Hounslow, said: “My thoughts are with the loved ones of those who very sadly lost their lives in this tragic incident.
"I don’t underestimate the impact that this will have on the wider community and beyond. I understand that there will be a demand for answers and my officers are working to establish exactly what has happened."
This is a breaking news story. More to follow.
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