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King's Cross Fire (London's Subway Inferno) (S03E04)

S03E04

On the evening of November 18, 1987, a simple match ignites a minor blaze on the escalator at King's Cross tube station. In an instant, the small fire escalates into a devastating fireball, racing up the escalator and claiming the lives of 31 individuals in the ticket hall just 20 meters away. The ensuing investigation baffles experts. When the cause is finally uncovered, it sends shockwaves through the community, rewriting the understanding of fire behavior and safety protocols in public spaces.

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Episode S03E04
Air Date May 19, 2006