Chiltern Firehouse Evacuated as Blaze Forces 100 From Luxury Hotel

A fire at the Chiltern Firehouse, a luxury hotel and restaurant in Marylebone, London, prompted the evacuation of around 100 people on Friday afternoon. The London Fire Brigade deployed approximately 125 firefighters and 20 fire engines to combat the blaze, which began at 2:52 PM and was reported to be in ducting that connects the ground floor to the roof. Eyewitnesses noted thick smoke and the presence of glamorous patrons outside the venue, which was scheduled to host Netflix's BAFTA Awards after-party on Sunday. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it has been described as originating from the kitchen and spreading upwards. The hotel is known for attracting numerous celebrities and high-profile figures since its opening in 2014. Fire crews remain on the scene as they continue to manage the situation.