A significant fire erupted in London on Friday, affecting AEW’s preparations for the upcoming All In 2026 event.
The blaze originated at a waste facility near Wembley Stadium, leading to delays and cancellations across public transit. According to Fightful, the incident disrupted activities ranging from All In media day to wrestlers’ travel and sightseeing plans, although no detailed specifics were provided.
The BBC reported that 125 firefighters from the London Fire Brigade, supported by 20 fire engines, were dispatched to combat the flames. Smoke plumes were visible for miles, prompting officials to advise residents to keep windows and doors closed due to the substantial smoke output.
Although public transportation is gradually returning to normal, the BBC indicates that disruptions are expected to persist through Friday evening.
AEW All In 2026 —
All In is scheduled for Sunday, August 30, giving authorities time to restore normal operations around Wembley Stadium. To date, there have been no reports of independent wrestling shows in London suffering serious impacts.
The All In pay‑per‑view main card is set to begin at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Sunday, which corresponds to 6:00 p.m. local time in London.
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