THOUSANDS of passengers have been evacuated from a major train station this morning after a van exploded outside.
Fire crews were spotted tackling the blaze as the vehicle was engulfed in flames outside St Pancras International station in central London.
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Fire crews were spotted tackling the vehicle fire[/caption]
Footage on social media shows stunned passengers and passersby watch on as plumes of smoke emerge from the van.
The blaze is understood to have started just after 10am today.
Buses are being diverted and members of the public have been warned to avoid the area.
A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: “We’re currently attending a van fire near St Pancras Train Station.
“The Brigade was called at 10.17am and two fire engines are at the scene.
“Road closures are in place and people are advised to avoid the area at this time.”
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