Several buildings evacuated after fire close to London Bridge railway station

A huge fire has broken out near London Bridge railway station this morning. 

A railway arch containing a number of vehicles is completely alight in Union Street in Southwark. 

Smoke was seen coming out of London Bridge Tube station, but firefighters investigated the source and were able to confirm the smoke was coming from the fire in Union Street.

Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters are tackling the fire under the railway arches.

Station Commander Wayne Johnson, who is at the scene, said: “The blaze is producing heavy smoke and those living or working in the local area are advised to keep their windows and doors closed. 

“Trains to and from London Bridge are affected and several buildings have been evacuated.”

The Brigade was called at 0929. Fire crews from Dowgate, Whitechapel, Shoreditch, Shadwell and surrounding fire stations are at the scene. 

The cause of the fire is not known at this time.

Picture top A fire Engine