Hundreds of officers and staff worked through the night to ensure services continued, the Met says.
Hundreds of police officers and staff worked through the night to ensure "normal policing" continued after a major fire at a London police station.Met Police Cdr Kyle Gordon said it had been "a difficult night" for officers and staff, "many of whom have lost their workplace" and possessions.Forensic evidence stored in lockers and fridges has been removed by officers and firefighters and will be assessed in the coming days.
The fire brigade said an investigation into the cause of the fire, which started on the third floor, might be "protracted", while police said the blaze was not being treated as suspicious. While the station is closed, police say anyone due to return there on bail will be contacted and informed of alternative arrangements.Cdr Gordon added: "We know Newham residents may be concerned but I want to reassure them our local teams continue to provide a full service to keep them safe.
The Met said it was using other buildings as patrol bases and redeploying teams from neighbouring communities.Firefighters from Stratford, Leytonstone, Plaistow and other nearby stations were sent to help local crews.
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