Three people have been treated by ambulance crews following a fire in a maisonette in Penge.

On May 7, at 5:23pm, fire crews were called to the scene of a maisonette fire on Hawthorn Grove in Penge.

Four fire engines and 25 firefighters attended the scene, with crews from Beckenham, Woodside, Forest Hill and Bromley fire stations.

Part of a split-level maisonette on the second and third floors of the building, as well as part of the exterior side of the building, were damaged by the fire.

Three people - a man, woman and a child - were treated at the scene by ambulance crews.

London Fire Brigade have said that the fire is believed to have been accidental and caused by a candle.

A spokesperson for London Fire Brigade said: “Candles, incense sticks and oil burners are one of the most common causes of fire. It’s really important that you never leave a candle unattended and keep them away from anything that can easily catch fire.

“You should also ensure they are in a heat-resistant holder and placed on a stable surface so they won’t be knocked over.

“Firefighters recommend that you have a look at our online Home Fire Safety Checker to make sure there are no hidden hazards in your home.

“The online tool will ask you a series of questions that will help us work out the level of risk in your home, or the home of someone you care for.

“It only takes a few minutes to get tailored advice to keep yourself and loved ones safe from fire.”

The full statement from London Fire Brigade said: “Firefighters have issued a candle safety reminder after a maisonette fire on Hawthorn Grove in Penge.

Part of a split-level maisonette on the second and third floors of the building was damaged by fire.

“Part of the exterior side of the building was also damaged by the blaze. A man, a woman and a child were treated on scene by London Ambulance Service crews.

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“The fire is believed to have been accidental and caused by a candle.

“The Brigade was called at 1723 and the fire was under control by 1821.

“Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters from Beckenham, Woodside, Forest Hill and Bromley fire stations attended the scene.”