Firefighters are continuing to tackle a blaze at a recycling centre on Amenity Way in Morden.

A pile of rubbish measuring 20 metres by five metres is currently alight.

Station Commander Scott Thorpe is at the scene, he said: “Crews are working tirelessly in extremely hot conditions. This is a protracted incident, and crews are expecting to remain on scene for many hours to come.

“It’s expected to be a warm day but we’re reminding local residents to continue to keep their windows and doors due to the heavy smoke. Specialist teams are working to monitor air quality in the area.”