Windless night helped
The fact that there was next to no wind yesterday made all the difference. It was an oddly gorgeous day and felt more like early summer than late winter. The fire was so big, like a huge pyre had been lit in the centre of Camden market. Even a slight breeze would have meant that the hot debris being thrown up in the air when the fire was at its height would have rained down on more homes and shops in the area.
Thank you to the men and women who risked their lives to stop this fire. We owe you a lot.
