Crews tackle large fire near cinema in south east London
The blaze broke out in Beckenham this morning.
Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters have been called to a building fire on High Street in Beckenham.
On Tuesday morning, half of the roof of a mixed-use building, currently under refurbishment, remains alight. The second and first floors of the building are also partially alight.
Firefighters are working hard to prevent the spread of the fire to adjoining buildings, including a cinema.
The fire is producing a significant amount of smoke and we are advising people in the area to keep their windows and doors closed at this time.
The incident is causing major traffic disruption in Beckenham and we are asking people to avoid travelling through the area whilst the incident remains ongoing as road closures are in place.
A spokesperson from LFB said: "The Brigade received the first of 18 calls at 0759 and Control Officers have mobilised crews from Beckenham, Bromley, Woodside, Forest Hill and surrounding fire stations to the scene. A 32-metre turntable ladder from Forest Hill is also attending and is being used as a water tower to help extinguish the fire from above. "
The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.