TWO hectares of shrubland have been left destroyed after a fire in Woolwich.
The fire broke out in Woolwich Common just before 4.20pm yesterday (August 6).
Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters tackled the blaze.
The brigade's control office received 48 calls about the incident.
The fire was under control just before 5.45pm.
Fire crews from Plumstead, Eltham, Lee Green and other surrounding fire stations attended the scene.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
A spokesperson for London Fire Brigade said: “Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters were called to a grass fire on Woolwich Common in Woolwich.
“Firefighters tackled a blaze where around two hectares of shrubland were on fire and destroyed.
“The Brigade's Control Office received 48 calls about the fire.
“The Brigade was called at 1618 and the fire was under control by 1744.
“Fire crews from Plumstead, Eltham, Lee Green and other surrounding fire stations attended the scene.
“The cause of the fire will be investigated.”
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