THIS is the dramatic moment a London bus EXPLODED into flames today as horrified passengers fled in terror.
Firefighters were rushed to the scene in Streatham Hill, South London, as huge flames engulfed the double decker this morning.
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An orange fireball could be seen erupting from the vehicle as thick clouds of smoke billowed through the air.
Meanwhile, horrified passers-by watched on in horror, with many taking to Twitter to report the dramatic scenes.
One witness wrote: “Bus in Brixton pulled into the stop and promptly caught on fire.
“Huge flames & crashing as bits of it were burned off. Stay safe in the heat!”
It is not yet clear how many people were onboard when the bus caught alight shortly before 10am.
London Fire Brigade confirmed the driver and passengers were all forced to leave the bus for safety, although no injuries were reported.
A spokesperson for the fire service, said: “Firefighters were called to a bus alight on Christchurch Road in Streatham Hill.
“Part of a double decker bus was damaged by fire. The driver and passengers left the bus before the Brigade arrived. There were no reports of any injuries.
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“The Brigade’s 999 Control Officers took 19 calls to the blaze.
“The Brigade was called at 0950 and the fire was under control by 1022. One fire engine from Brixton Fire Station attended the scene.”
Transport For London has been approached for comment.
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