Huge fire in London near Rotherhithe and London Bridge

A huge fire has erupted in London, with smoke visible for miles in the south east of the capital, near Rotherhithe and London Bridge.

Brit Brief 18/08/2026 19:02

A huge fire has erupted in London, with smoke seen for miles in the south east of the capital.

Smoke fills London skyline

Smoke can be seen filling the London skyline, with the blaze pictured near Rotherhithe and London Bridge.

More updates are expected to follow as the situation develops.

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