Around 100 firefighters have rushed to a blaze in east London, with pictures showing the entire street covered in smoke.

15 fire engines are stationed on Third Avenue, Dagenham, this afternoon, with two homes on fire.

London Fire Brigade are urging people to avoid the area as they tackle the inferno.

An LFB spokesperson said: "We now have 15 fire engines and around 100 firefighters attending a fire on Third Avenue in #Dagenham, where two houses are currently alight. Please avoid the area and keep windows closed due to smoke."

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