Firefighters rush to London market after 'explosion' sets area alight

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Firefighters rush to London market after 'explosion' sets area alight
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The fire started shortly before 3.51pm

Parts of a south London market are currently on fire after a reported ‘explosion’ in the area.

Four fire engines and 25 firefighters are currently at Peckham Levels, a multi-storey car park which has been converted into a hub of shops and bars. , but a spokesperson for the London Fire Brigade says the the cause remains unknown at this stage.Shocked bystanders have taken to social media to share their concern, while the market has now been closed for the rest of the day.Fire crews working to put out the blaze are from stations in Peckham, New Cross, Brixton and Lambeth.Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at

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