Peckham fire live as huge blaze erupts near Copeland Park as black smoke fills sky

London Fire Brigade confirmed it received 30 calls about the blaze as it urged people to avoid the area if they can.

A spokesman added: “Firefighters are responding to a fire on Rye Lane in Peckham.

“The fire is producing a significant amount of smoke and local residents are advised to keep their windows and doors closed at this time.

“Traffic in the area is also likely to be impacted, so members of the public are advised to avoid the area if they can.

“Two of the Brigade’s 32-metre turntable ladders have been deployed to the scene.

“Control Officers took the first of over 30 calls at 2054. The cause of the fire is not yet known.”