18 hurt in London terror attack, most sustaining 'flash burns'

British police have declared a terrorist incident after a blast sent a "fireball" and a "wall of flame" through a packed London Underground train.


Assistant Commissioner Mark Rowley said the explosion was caused by the detonation of an improvised explosive device.

Mr Rowley said it is understood that "most" of the 18 people injured in the blast were suffering from "flash burns".

Officers from the Metropolitan Police's counter-terrorism command have launched an investigation following the explosion in west London during rush hour.

The force said police were called at approximately 8.20am to Parsons Green Underground Station "following reports of a fire on the train".
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 15/9/17