Huge fire rips through block of flats in east London

A HUGE fire has broken out at a block of luxury flats in East London today.

Fifteen fire engines and 100 firefighters have been called to tackle the inferno in De Pass Gardens in Barking.

Dramatic photos show the flames engulfing the new build apartment complex near the River Thames this afternoon. Thick black smoke can be seen billowing into the air across the capital’s skyline.

London Fire Brigade confirmed the fire broke out on the sixth floor and are battling to bring it under control. Police have also raced to the scene and road closures are in place.

There are no reports of injuries at this stage.

In a statement, the LFB said: “The Brigade was called at 1531 and is still at the scene. Fire crews from Barking, Dagenham, East Ham and surrounding fire stations are at the scene. The cause of the is not known at this stage".