Firefighters from across London have rushed to the High street Walthamstow in East London this evening (January 23) to tackle a huge blaze that has ripped through a Kebab shop. A number of people have been reported as unaccounted for. As of around 10pm earlier tonight, 10 fire engines and around 70 firefighters rushed to Walthamstow High Street to respond to the blaze following reports from a number of members of the public.

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An aerial ladder and a Fire rescue unit have also been sent to the incident. A large holding area has been set up on Veron Road where a number of Command units and engines can be seen.

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