From the WTF Watch Desk: London Fire Brigade used its 64-meter turntable ladder to reach two window cleaners stranded in a malfunctioning cradle on the 15th floor of a Blackfriars Road building, bringing both men safely to ground without reported injury.
Why this deserves the fire service’s attention
High-rise exterior rescue depends on early access and placement decisions, equipment reach, patient stability and a backup plan if the aerial cannot safely make the target.
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This report reflects information available on October 16, 2026. Developing items will be updated when official information changes.