iPhoneI know I speak on behalf of all Londoners when I say thank you to our first responders. As they do so often, they risked their own safety to ensure the safety of others. We wish full and speedy recoveries to all who were injured. All of you, and your families, are in our thoughts and prayers.

I would also like to acknowledge citizens in the area for evacuating so quickly, as well as those who provided care and comfort to their neighbours in the immediate aftermath. All of London stands with the great people of Old East Village.