BIG LONDON FIRE

The transcript reports on a major fire at Smithfield Meat Market in London. Firefighters faced a challenging and dangerous task due to acrid fumes and dense smoke. Tragically, two firefighters lost their lives, and others were overcome by fumes. After hours of battling, the fire's heart was found in the cold store insulation. Despite efforts, an underground explosion worsened the situation, making it resemble a London Blitz incident. The focus shifted to preventing the fire from spreading, but Smithfield was nearly a total loss.

What was the main challenge faced by the firefighters at the Smithfield Meat Market?

• Lack of water supply

• Faulty equipment

• Acrid fumes and smoke

• Insufficient manpower

How many firefighters lost their lives while trying to locate the source of the fire?

• Three

• Two

• Four

• One

Where was the heart of the fire discovered after five hours?

• In the cold store insulation

• In the main building

• In the underground storeroom

• In the poultry section

What event shattered the reports of the fire being under control?

• A power outage

• An underground explosion

• A sudden rainstorm

• A structural collapse

What was the primary goal of the firefighters as the fire continued through the night?

• To rescue trapped civilians

• To save the main building

• To extinguish the fire completely

• To prevent the fire from spreading