Around 100 firefighters tackle major blaze in southeast London

Around 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines are battling a waste fire in southeast London.

London Fire Brigade (LFB) said the blaze on Landmann Way, in Deptford, involves about 50 tonnes of household waste stored at a waste facility.

The brigade was alerted shortly before 8pm, with crews responding from Deptford, East Greenwich, Old Kent Road and neighbouring fire stations.

A video posted online shows significant flames and thick smoke rising into the air above surrounding buildings..

Station commander Duncan Rees said: “Approximately 100 firefighters are tackling a large fire at a recycling centre on an industrial estate on the border of Bermondsey and North Lewisham.

“First calls were received at 1958 and 15 fire appliances are now in attendance.

“Fire crews along with colleagues from partner blue light services are working hard in difficult conditions to bring the fire under control.

“One of the brigade’s 32-metre turntable ladders and one 64-metre turntable ladder are being used as water towers to tackle the flames from above.”

Rail services into London Bridge are impacted as crews work to bring the fire under control.

People in the area have been advised to keep their windows and doors firmly shut where possible due to the heavy volume of smoke.