Hackney residents urged to stay at home as fire smoke rises | UK News

Hackney residents have been urged to stay indoors and close their windows after a fire sent clouds of black smoke into the sky.

More than a dozen fire engines and around 100 firefighters attended the scene after reports of “significant amounts of smoke” coming from a four-storey apartment block in Dalston, north-east London.

One person was treated for smoke inhalation, but no other injuries were reported, the London Fire Brigade said.

Some people were taken to a nearby church while firefighters battled the blaze.

Residents said the fire was “devastating” for the community.

Rosie Speirs said the scene “was so horrible to see”.

She added: “The smoke was visible from all areas of Hackney and filled the surrounding streets with a dark haze.

“I’m praying everyone has a safe, warm place to stay tonight.”

In a statement, London Fire Brigade said: “Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters were at the scene of a fire on Dalston Lane in Hackney.

“Part of a four-story apartment building, including the roof, was on fire. The fire has produced a significant amount of smoke and people in the area have been asked to keep windows and doors closed.

“The fire has now been brought under control by firefighters, but crews will remain on scene throughout the night, fully extinguishing the fire and reducing the fire.”

The cause of the fire was under investigation.