On Valentine's Day, the Chiltern Firehouse in Marylebone was hit by a fire, allegedly beginning in a pizza oven. Over 100 guests were evacuated safely, with no injuries reported. The fire was contained by 140 firefighters and caused significant damage, requiring complete refurbishment of the premises. The hotel, which opened in 2013, is a renowned celebrity hotspot. Owner Andre Balazs expressed gratitude towards the firefighters and highlighted the building's sentimental value, noting that some responders had a history with the structure when it served as a fire station.
Over 100 people had to be evacuated from the building after a fire - which allegedly started in a pizza oven - tore through the Marylebone hotel and restaurant.
It is with heartfelt gratitude and appreciation that we watched a remarkable 140 fire fighters from over 20 stations rapidly descend on what they told me was a hugely sentimental building for so many of them.
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