Brixton fire: London Underground station closed as blaze erupts

A huge fire has erupted on Electric Avenue in Brixton, south London, with 10 fire engines and 70 firefighters rushing to the scene. Dramatic images posted online show thick clouds of smoke pouring into the air as emergency crews battle the fierce blaze.

A store area at the rear of a mixed-use building is alight, and the cause of the fire is unknown at this time. London Fire Brigade are urging peole to avoid the area and close their windows after receiving around 25 calls this morning about the blaze and road closures are also in place.

Smoke was seen entering Brixton Underground Station causing the station to be closed until further notice.

A spokesperson for London Fire Brigade said: "The Brigade received the first of around 25 calls about the fire at 0941 and Control Officers have mobilised crews from Brixton, Peckham, Lambeth, West Norwood and surrounding fire stations to the scene. A 32-metre turntable ladder is also attending."

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