VICTORIA STATION IN A MESS

The video discusses the recent challenges faced by Victoria Station in London, including a serious fire that caused significant damage near platform one. The fire, believed to have started from overhead electric cables, disrupted train services and damaged station offices. Despite the chaos, special carriages with a penicillin exhibition were saved, and fortunately, there were no casualties. The station's condition post-fire is compared to the aftermath of a blitz.

What historical event had previously affected Victoria Station before the recent fire?

• Enemy action during the war

• A major flood

• A severe earthquake

• A terrorist attack

What is believed to have caused the fire at Victoria Station?

• An unattended candle

• Faulty electric cables

• A lightning strike

• A gas leak

Which part of Victoria Station was notably damaged by the fire?

• The booking office

• The ticket machines

• The waiting room

• The food court

What was saved from platform one during the fire?

• A collection of rare books

• A train full of passengers

• A historic steam engine

• An exhibition of penicillin

What was the impact on Southern Railway trains due to the fire?

• They were canceled for the day

• They operated as usual

• They were delayed across the network

• They were rerouted to another station