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About 100 firefighters were called to tackle the blaze in a warehouse next to Clapham Junction station on Wednesday evening.

Residents nearby were advised to keep their windows closed.

Trains between the station and London Victoria were cancelled on Wednesday night after the fire service advised operators to close the line.

Southern Railway says all lines are open this morning – but many trains are being delayed or cancelled.

Terrified commuters shared shocking photos of the inferno as they travelled just yards past it on trains in Battersea.

Others from across the capital reported seeing thick, black smoke billow into the sky.

Eight fire engines were sent to the scene

The Met confirmed officers also attended the large warehouse on the Parkfield Industrial Estate.

Southern Rail attempted to arrange alternative transport for passengers but some reported being stranded.

Passengers who have to take taxis can claim the cost back if they submit their receipt to Southern Rail's customer service department.

As well as around 100 firefighters and officers, 15 fire engines attended the blaze at the industrial estate in Culvert Place, Battersea, south London, which is under control but still continuing to burn, the London Fire Brigade said.

Flames soared above rooftops next to the railway line – while smoke could be seen from miles around.

London Fire Brigade received a call at 8.51pm on Wednesday and sent crews from Lambeth, Brixton, Tooting, Chelsea and Peckham to the scene.

Station manager David Farr – who was at the scene – said: "This is a large fire and crews are working hard to get it under control.

"It's producing a lot of smoke so we would advise local residents to keep doors and windows closed as a precaution."

There were no reports of injuries.

The cause of blaze is as yet unknown.