A London police station has been engulfed in flames, with about 175 firefighters scrambled to extinguish the large blaze.

Footage from the hearth in Romford Road, Forest Gate, exhibits black smoke billowing from the constructing, with 15 hearth engines on the scene.

London Fire Brigade mentioned in a press release: "Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters are attending a building fire on Romford Road in Forest Gate."

Scotland Yard has mentioned the police station has been evacuated.

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