Firefighters are battling a massive fire that erupted near Copeland Park in Peckham, South London, on Thursday evening. Thick clouds of dark grey smoke have been seen billowing into the sky, with images and videos shared on social media showing the scale of the blaze.
Fire at Copeland Park events venue
The fire is reported to be coming from Copeland Park, an events venue in Peckham. The exact location and cause of the blaze are not yet known. London Fire Brigade has dispatched multiple fire engines to the scene, and crews are working to bring the fire under control.
Social media captures smoke plume
Videos posted to X, formerly Twitter, show the smoke plume visible from a distance. One clip shared by user Brandon Van B shows the fire from a nearby vantage point. Firefighters are seen tackling the flames as the smoke darkens the evening sky.
No injuries have been reported so far. Residents in the area have been advised to keep windows and doors closed due to the smoke. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
