Fire at Council's Central Depot in Twickenham now contained
15 August 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
A fire broke out on Friday 14 August at Richmond Council's Central Depot in Twickenham, affecting the site's recycling area. London Fire Brigade responded quickly and the blaze is now under control, though crews remained on site as investigations into the cause continued.
Residents living near the depot may notice some residual smoke or soot in the surrounding area. The council has not issued any air-quality warnings, but those sensitive to smoke — including people with asthma or other respiratory conditions — may wish to keep windows closed as a precaution until conditions fully clear.
The depot serves as a key operational hub for the borough's waste and recycling services. The council has not yet confirmed whether collections or depot operations will be affected in the coming days, so residents are advised to check the council's website for any updates to their bin or recycling schedule.
The council thanked the London Fire Brigade for its swift response and the emergency services and staff involved in managing the situation. Further details are available on the council's news page.