Neasden fire disrupts London transport as 125 firefighters battle blaze

A major fire broke out at a mixed waste facility on an industrial estate in Neasden, northwest London, on Friday morning, August 28, 2026, prompting a large emergency response and causing severe disruption to the city's transport network. The blaze, located on Hannah Close near Wembley Stadium, was first reported to the London Fire Brigade at 11:34 BST. The London Fire Brigade mobilized 20 fire engines and approximately 125 firefighters to the scene, supported by specialized equipment including three 32-meter turntable ladders, a drone team, and high-volume pumps. Crews from Wembley, Park Royal, Willesden, and surrounding stations were dispatched.