The London Fire Brigade is currently tackling a major fire in Bermondsey, southeast London. The blaze broke out in a commercial property on the Old Kent Road, prompting a significant response from emergency services.
Emergency Response
Multiple fire engines and around 80 firefighters have been dispatched to the scene. The brigade was called at approximately 10:30 AM, and crews from Bermondsey, Peckham, and surrounding stations are working to bring the fire under control. A 20-metre cordon has been established, and nearby residents are advised to keep their windows and doors closed due to heavy smoke.
Impact on Traffic
The fire has caused major disruptions in the area, with road closures in place on the Old Kent Road. Local bus services have been diverted, and motorists are urged to avoid the area. The London Ambulance Service is also on standby, though no injuries have been reported so far.
Firefighters are using aerial ladder platforms to tackle the flames from above, and the brigade has warned that the fire could take several hours to fully extinguish. The cause of the fire is not yet known, and an investigation will begin once the blaze is under control.
This is a developing story, and more updates will follow as information becomes available.
