Emergency services were scrambled in the early hours of Wednesday morning after three roofs collapsed in a high-end residential area of Ladbroke Grove, prompting the evacuation of several properties and the rescue of trapped residents.

London Fire Brigade (LFB)  along with Paramedics from London Ambulance service supported by HART Teams and Met Police responded just after 1am on the 19th March 2025 to reports of people trapped following what is understood to be a “catastrophic structural failure” affecting three adjoining rooftops on McGregor Road, in the exclusive W11 district, near the area’s renowned art market.

Firefighters confirmed that properties numbered 7, 9, and 11 were impacted by the collapse. All residents were safely rescued, with no reported injuries.

However, the affected buildings—valued in the millions—have since been declared structurally unsafe, and full evacuations have been carried out.

A 32-meter turntable ladder was deployed by crews to carry out inspections and secure the site, while structural engineers and investigators have been called in to determine the cause of the collapse, which remains unknown at this stage.

“Thankfully no one was hurt, and all persons have been safely accounted for,” an LFB spokesperson  at the scene said. “We are working with structural engineers to ensure the surrounding properties remain safe and to identify what led to this serious structural failure.”

Residents in neighbouring buildings have been advised to remain indoors while the investigation continues and safety checks are carried out.

McGregor Road remains cordoned off, with a significant emergency service presence still at the scene. Local authorities are expected to provide updates as more information becomes available.

Anyone with concerns about their property or structural damage in the area is urged to contact local council services or the London Fire Brigade.