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Eight people died in a gas explosion in London yesterday morning
Eight people died in a gas explosion in London yesterday morning. A further seven people were injured in the blast, which destroyed a block of flats three storeys high, in Putney. The explosion is believed to have been due to a mains gas leak caused by the recent cold weather. January 1985 P004454
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21325090
© Mirrorpix
Buildings Collapse Damage Destruction Emergency Services Explosion Firefighter Wreckage
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 25cm (14.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Tragedy Strikes London - Eight Lives Lost in Devastating Gas Explosion
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This haunting print captures the aftermath of a horrific gas explosion that shook Putney, London, on a fateful morning in January 1985. The devastating blast claimed the lives of eight innocent individuals and left seven others injured, as emergency services rushed to the scene. The image showcases the grim reality faced by firefighters and rescue teams amidst the wreckage of a three-storey block of flats reduced to ruins. The sheer destruction is evident as buildings collapse under the weight of this catastrophic event. It serves as a stark reminder of how swiftly life can be altered by unforeseen circumstances. Authorities believe that extreme cold weather conditions were responsible for triggering a mains gas leak, ultimately leading to this tragic incident. As investigations unfolded, questions arose about safety measures and regulations surrounding gas usage within residential areas during such harsh climates. This poignant photograph from Mirrorpix's Memory Lane Prints collection encapsulates not only the immediate aftermath but also highlights the resilience and bravery exhibited by emergency responders who risked their own lives to save others amidst chaos. As we reflect upon this heart-wrenching moment frozen in time, let us remember those lost and honor their memory by advocating for stringent safety protocols that prevent similar tragedies from occurring again.
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