More than 100 firefighters tackling blaze at recycling centre in Bermondsey

Environment
9 Jun 2026 • 1:34 AM MYT
The Independent
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More than 100 firefighters tackling blaze at recycling centre in Bermondsey

  • More than 100 firefighters are tackling a major blaze at a recycling centre in Bermondsey, southeast London.
  • Fifteen fire engines were dispatched to Landmann Way to respond to the incident.
  • The London Fire Brigade urged local residents to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed due to significant smoke.
  • Footage shared on social media depicted large plumes of smoke billowing over the affected area.
  • Crews began responding just after 5:30 pm on Monday, deploying two 32-metre turntable ladders to combat the fire from above.

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