It’s been 20 years since the massive 6.01am blast at Buncefield Oil Terminal—the biggest explosion in Europe since World War II. The shockwave was so powerful it was heard across the continent, blackening skies as far south as the South Coast.
Salvation Army Steps Up Amid Chaos
That fateful morning, the Salvation Army Community Lounge swung into action, turning into a refuge for evacuees wrapped in nightclothes and blankets. Meanwhile, their Mobile Canteen vehicle worked overtime, serving exhausted emergency crews battling the blaze.
A Day Burned into Britain’s Memory
For many, that day remains unforgettable—a stark reminder of the power and peril lurking in everyday industrial sites.
