Oxfordshire Fire Chief shares emotional tribute after two firefighters killed in fire | ITV News
Oxfordshire’s Chief Fire Officer has given an emotional statement in front of press at the scene of a fire which claimed the lives of two firefighters and a member of the public at a former RAF base in Bicester.
A fire broke out on Thursday evening at Bicester Motion in Oxfordshire, with witnesses reporting loud explosions and thick black smoke billowing from the site.
Ten fire and rescue crews were called to tackle the fire, which prompted a major response and warnings for local residents to stay indoors.
London Fire Brigade has confirmed that one of those who lost their lives is a London Leading Firefighter/Sub Officer, who was on retained duty with Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service.
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