Fire crews tackle blaze at Jewish supermarket in Golders Green

27 May 2026 • 5:57 PM MYT
The Independent
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Fire crews tackle blaze at Jewish supermarket in Golders Green

  • A large fire broke out at the Kosher Kingdom supermarket in Golders Green, north London, on Wednesday morning, with the London Fire Brigade receiving the initial call at 6.47am.
  • About 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines were dispatched to the scene to tackle the blaze, which affected a three-storey building, though no injuries have been reported.
  • The fire is generating a significant amount of smoke, leading to advice for local residents to keep windows and doors shut, while the cause of the incident remains under investigation.
  • Road closures are in place on Golders Green Road and surrounding areas, causing severe disruption on the A406 North Circular, with the Metropolitan Police assisting with traffic management and evacuations.
  • The Combat Anti-Semitism Movement is closely monitoring the situation, acknowledging recent antisemitic incidents in Golders Green, although the cause of this particular fire is currently unknown.

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