North London residents watch in horror as fire engulfs building near synagogue

A fire has broken out near a synagogue in north London.

Social media footage depicts thick plumes of smoke bellowing from a building near a yeshiva on Cazenove Road in Stamford Hill.

GB News has contacted London Fire Brigade, who have confirmed the incident is ongoing.

A spokesman said: "Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters have been called to a fire at a property on Cazenove Road in Stamford Hill.

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"The Brigade took the first of over 40 calls at 4.14pm and Control Officers have mobilised crews from Stoke Newington, Islington, Walthamstow and surrounding fire stations to the scene.

"People are advised to avoid the area at this time whilst firefighters work to bring the fire under control."

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