Hundreds of residents were evacuated from two residential towers in east London after a critical structural crack was discovered. The Sovereign and Centurion towers in Canning Town were emptied in the early hours of Friday morning. Emergency services conducted inspections to assess the stability of the buildings. No injuries were reported during the evacuation.
Authorities confirmed the crack was described as “disastrous” by officials. The exact cause of the crack remains under investigation. Residents were temporarily relocated to nearby accommodations. The local council is overseeing the situation and will provide updates on the safety of the buildings.
This incident follows a series of structural concerns in the area. Previous reports had highlighted minor issues with nearby buildings, prompting increased monitoring. The current evacuation marks the first large-scale response in the neighborhood. Engineers are now conducting detailed assessments to determine if further action is needed. The situation underscores growing concerns about aging infrastructure in the region.
