London Tower Block Fire: Grenfell Tower Resident interview

A witness describes waking up to unusual noise and discovering a fire outside. They quickly evacuated with their grandson, encountering smoke and emergency services. The fire was intense, and there were concerns about people being trapped due to smoke-filled staircases.

What prompted the narrator to wake up and evacuate?

• A phone call from a neighbor

• Unusual noises outside

• The smell of smoke

• A loud alarm

How did the narrator react upon seeing the emergency services?

• They ignored the situation

• They called the fire department

• They asked an officer what was happening

• They went back to sleep

What was the narrator's main concern about the emergency services?

• They were not the ones to wake them up

• They arrived too late

• They blocked the exits

• They were not equipped properly

What was the condition of the staircases during the evacuation?

• Flooded with water

• Blocked by debris

• Clear and easy to navigate

• Filled with smoke

Why might it have been difficult for people on upper floors to evacuate?

• There was no fire escape

• The doors were locked

• The staircases were filled with smoke

• The elevators were not working