Second child dies after five people rushed to hospital following horror house fire

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A second child has died after five people were taken to hospital following a house fire in east London on Saturday.One child died overnight in hospital after another was pronounced dead at the scene on Saturday morning, the London Fire Brigade (LFB) said.Two other children and two adults were taken to hospital, where one adult and both children remain in a serious condition, according to the fire service.Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters were called to the blaze on Napier Road in East Ham at just before 8.30am on Saturday, the LFB said.Half of the first floor and half of the ground floor of a terraced house were damaged by the fire, which was under control by 9.10am.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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