Lakeside shopping centre evacuated after smoke canister set off
Written by terry on May 8, 2013 at 10:49
Half of the Lakeside shopping complex in Thurrock was filled with smoke when fire crews arrived at about 21:00 BST on Tuesday.
The shopping centre, Europe’s largest, was evacuated after a smoke canister was set off in a shop.
Eyewitnesses told of their shock at finding themselves surrounded by smoke.
Staff moved all shoppers and workers out of the building.
A high pressure fan was used to clear the site of smoke.
Nobody was injured.
It is understood Lakeside will open as normal on Wednesday.
Essex Police is yet to comment on the incident.
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