Homes have been evacuated in a London street after an explosion this afternoon.
Firefighters and paramedics have rushed to the scene in the Harold Hill area of Romford.
The cause of the explosion is still being investigated and emergency services have cordoned off the site.
Pedestrians and drivers have been warned to avoid the area while the investigation is ongoing.
It is believed to have occurred at about 1.30pm.
The explosion is not being treated as terror-related.
The Metropolitan Police said said in a statement: ‘The emergency services are currently on scene following reports on an explosion in Harold Hill.
‘Police were called shortly before 13:30hrs on Sunday, 4 March to reports of an explosion at a premises in Farnham Road, Harold Hill.
‘Officers, the London Fire Brigade and the London Ambulance Service are currently at the scene.
‘We await an update as to whether anyone is injured.
‘At this early stage officers are unable to confirm the cause of the explosion but enquiries are underway.
‘Residents are in the process of being evacuated from the building. The Local Authority has been informed.
‘Local road closures are in place. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to avoid the area.
‘This is not currently being treated as a terror-related incident.’
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