Denmark Hill in south London is closed as firefighters tackle a building fire.
Traffic monitoring services show that Denmark Hill (A215) is currently closed between Love Walk and A2217 Coldharbour Lane as emergency services respond to the incident.
The fire was first reported shortly after 1pm today.
The closure has led to significant congestion, with delays reported on surrounding roads. Motorists are being advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible.
Denmark Hill is a major route through Camberwell in south London, home to King’s College Hospital, and the closure cuts off one of the area’s main roads. The closed stretch runs past Denmark Hill station and the hospital, so traffic is being diverted around the scene.
London Fire Brigade has been contacted for more information. Details about the building involved, the number of firefighters at the scene, and whether anyone has been hurt or evacuated have not yet been confirmed.
The cause of the fire is not yet known, and it is not yet clear how long the road will stay closed. Firefighters will remain at the scene until the fire is fully extinguished and the building has been checked.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information is confirmed.
It is the second building fire to close a London road this week, after a lane was shut on Holloway Road on Tuesday as crews tackled a blaze there.
It also comes on a weekend of disruption for travellers in south London, with the Northern line partly closed until 1.30am on Sunday and replacement buses covering the closed stretch.
