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During the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Underground saw record ridership levels, with over 4.3 million people using the Tube on some days. [93] This record was subsequently beaten in later years, with 4.82 million riders in December 2015. [94] In 2013, the Underground celebrated its 150th anniversary, with celebratory events such as steam trains and installation of a unique Labyrinth artwork at each station. [95] Thirty fire crews—over 150 firefighters—were deployed. [15] Fourteen London Ambulance Service ambulances ferried the injured to local hospitals, including University College Hospital. [16] The fire was declared out at 01:46 the following morning. [17] On a television program about the fire, an official described King's Cross underground station's layout as "an efficient furnace". [18] Victims [ edit ]

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