More than 150 firefighters have rushed to tackle a blaze at an industrial estate in London overnight.
The crew, including 25 fire engines, attempted to control the inferno at an industrial estate on Maypole Crescent in Erith, south-east London.
The London Fire Brigade had been called out at around 10.47pm yesterday evening.
The fire involved a burning warehouse, three diggers and numerous other vehicles.
Authorities have advised local residents to keep their windows and doors closed where possible due to the smoke.
Shocking photos posted on social media show the inferno as it tore through the structure through the night.
The fire is now under control, according to the fire service, but the cause remains unknown.
Firefighters from Bexley, Erith, Plumstead, East Greenwich, Sidcup and surrounding fire stations remain at the scene.
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More than 150 firefighters have rushed to tackle a blaze at an industrial estate in London overnight
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Firefighters have responded to around 23 major wildfires in the capital, including four this week.
London Fire Brigade released a short statement before 4am, updating Londoners that a fireboat was deployed to the scene.
The statement said: "One of the Brigade's fire boats was also mobilised to the incident. The boat has two remote-operated water monitors which can pump 2,500 litres per minute, to help with firefighting operations from the Thames."
Speaking on the hot weather that has swept over Britain recently, London Fire Brigade Deputy Assistant Commissioner Jamie Jenkins said: "London is experiencing its third heatwave of the summer, which looks like it will last into next week. Whilst many people will be looking forward to spending time in the sunshine, we are also urging everyone to be responsible to prevent wildfires or tragedies around the water.
The crew attempted to control the inferno at an industrial estate on Maypole Crescent in Erith, south-east London
London Fire Brigade
He added: "Despite the heavy rainfall earlier this week, the Natural Hazards Partnership has assessed that the risk of wildfires in London is currently severe. This is because rainfall overall this year has been well below-average.
"With very little sign of rain during this heatwave, grass will become even drier, increasing the wildfire risk further each day.
"So far this year, firefighters have responded to around 23 wildfires in the capital, including four this week. There have also been countless call-outs to smaller fires involving grass, trees and in other outdoor spaces, as well as in people's gardens."
The Deputy Assistant Commissioner issued a stark warning for Brits to reduce the risk of fire.
The fire involved a burning warehouse, three diggers and numerous other vehicles
London Fire Brigade
He said: "During this latest heatwave, it is important everyone acts responsibly to prevent fires from occurring. As the weather has been so dry, it only takes a few sparks to lead to a fire spreading rapidly.
"In London, this is can be dangerous because so many of our green spaces lie close to homes and other properties.
"If you’re heading out, please don’t take a disposable BBQ with you. They can retain heat for several hours after use and are banned by local authorities from many of London's parks. Also make sure you are discarding of cigarettes properly and take rubbish home with you if no bins are available.
"At home, make sure your BBQ is positioned away from flammable items like fences, sheds, decking and trees and please don’t have any type of BBQ on your balcony. We’re also strongly advising people to avoid burning any waste in this type of weather and to not have bonfires, particularly in their gardens."