King's Cross Fire - 1987
2 January 2025
28 mins 25 secs
Season 1
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About this Episode
Join us in this episode as we delve into the tragic events that unfolded at King's Cross station on November 18, 1987.
A small flame, ignited by a lit match falling through a gap on a wooden escalator, sparked a catastrophic blaze, claiming the lives of 31 individuals, including a senior firefighter, and injuring many others.
Tune in to learn about the immediate impacts of the fire, the heroic efforts of firefighters, and the lasting changes in safety protocols as a result of this tragic incident.