Olivia Opara meets residents at Kenneth Robbins House as they voice their fears about fire safety and more

On Friday, February 17th, an accidental flat fire forced the evacuation of residents of Kenneth Robbins House. The fire broke out on the sixth floor. 60 firefighters arrived at the scene at around 6.20pm and one person was treated for smoke inhalation.
The following Tuesday, 21st February, residents of Northumberland Park estate came together to discuss concerns about fire safety, poor housing and environmental conditions.

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