Shocking footage has captured the moment a van went up in flames after a fire broke out. It is unclear what caused the blaze, which has caused huge plumes of smoke to fill the street
A video has captured huge plumes of smoke filling up a street after a van caught on fire next to Kings Cross St Pancras Stations in London.
Emergency services rushed to the scene this morning after receiving reports of the blaze.
Eyewitnesses took to social media to urge people to stay away from the area as they recalled a huge police presence.
“Van on fire next to St Pancras international station in Kings Cross. Large police presence and firefighters in attendance,” one person Tweeted.
Another person said: “Vehicle on fire outside Kings Cross London. Suggest avoiding.”
London North Eastern Railway confirmed that one entrance to the station has been closed in response to the incident.
They said: “Due to reports of a fire on the road between London Kings Cross and London St Pancras, the West entrance to Kings Cross Station has been temporarily closed.
“Alternative access points are available. We apologise for any inconvenience caused to your journey.”
The London Fire Brigade told the Standard: “We’re currently attending a van fire near St Pancras Train Station. The Brigade was called at 1017 and two fire engines are at the scene. Road closures are in place and people are advised to avoid the area at this time.”
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