A major fire has engulfed the top floor of a residential building at Deepdene Point, Dacres Road in South East London. The fire, which broke out around 3:40 pm on Tuesday, August 20, has resulted in large plumes of thick, acrid black smoke billowing from the 8th floor of the property. Witnesses described the flames as fierce, with smoke visible from several miles away.
The fire has led to significant disruption, and emergency services are continuing to work to contain the flames and prevent further damage. As of now, there are no confirmed reports of casualties, but the situation is ongoing.
A spokesperson for the London Fire Brigade stated that a full investigation will be carried out once the fire has been brought under control. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
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