Fire at Richmond's Twickenham depot contained; smoke possible nearby
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, in the recycling area of the site. London Fire Brigade brought the blaze under control, though crews remained on site while investigations into the cause continued.
Residents in the surrounding area may notice some residual smoke or soot in the air. The council said there is no immediate cause for alarm but asked people to be aware of the conditions nearby. Richmond Council confirmed the fire is now contained.
The Central Depot serves as a key operational base for the borough's waste and recycling services. It is not yet clear whether the incident will affect refuse or recycling collections in the coming days — residents who rely on kerbside collections in Barnes and across the borough may wish to keep an eye on the council's website for any updates to service schedules.
Anyone with concerns can contact Richmond Council directly via the Civic Centre on York Street, Twickenham, which is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.