Twenty fire engines and around 125 firefighters have been called to a fire near Carshalton Road in Mitcham, South West London, today (26 August).
The London Fire Brigade said the fire is producing a significant amount of smoke and has advised local residents to keep their windows and doors closed. People have also been urged to avoid the area if possible.
Control Officers received the first of more than 70 calls at 4.27pm. Crews from Mitcham, Wallington, Norbury and surrounding fire stations have been mobilised to the scene.
It comes as Monday saw a separate grass fire on the same road in Mitcham, which was brought under control.
