Dozens evacuated as 100 firefighters tackle blaze at block of flats

Around 100 firefighters are tackling a blaze at a block of flats in north-west London.

Fifty people had been evacuated from the block, while two others on the first floor left the building with assistance from crews.

The London Fire Brigade said 15 engines were at the scene in Inglewood Road, West Hampstead, after being called at just after 1am on Thursday.

Pictures posted on social media showed the blaze visible for miles. There are currently no reports of any injuries.

Station Manager Clainton Murray said: "The fire is believed to have started in a flat on the fourth floor.

"The fire is also affecting the roof and in the early stages was very visible for miles around."