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.

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

The cause of the fire is not yet known.

Station Commander Duncan Rees said: "Crews are working hard in difficult conditions to bring the fire under control. One of the Brigade’s 32m ladders and a 64m ladder are both being used as a water towers to tackle the flames from above

"A large amount of smoke is being produced by the incident. Local residents should keep doors and windows closed where possible."

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

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