UK: Emergency crews responding to a fire in Lower Sydenham, London, May 22

Event

Emergency services are responding to a fire in a vehicle scrap yard in Burnham Way, Lower Sydenham, May 22. Firefighters are at the scene. Large quantities of smoke are visible across south London. Authorities have closed some nearby roads and advised residents to remain indoors. The cause of the blaze is not immediately clear. There have been no initial reports of casualties.

Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely in the coming hours as emergency crews respond to the incident. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the blaze as investigations and clean-up operations continue.

Advice

Exercise caution if operating in the affected area. Plan for localized transport disruptions. Heed instructions of the authorities. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.