Petrol Depot Fire in the United Kingdom

An explosion at a petrol depot in southern England sent thick black clouds of smoke billowing over London on December 11, 2005.
Petrol Depot Fire in the United Kingdom
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Petrol Depot Fire in the United Kingdom

Sunday, December 11, 2005, was a day without sun for many Londoners. At about 6 a.m. local time, an explosion rocked a fuel depot in Hertfordshire, approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) north of London. The ensuing oil fire sent thick clouds of sun-blocking black smoke billowing over London and South England.

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Petrol Depot Fire in the United Kingdom
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Petrol Depot Fire in the United Kingdom

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