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A large fire broke out at a recycling centre in Bermondsey, London, causing significant disruption and resulting in a massive emergency response.

A massive fire erupted at a recycling centre in Bermondsey, London, near Canada Water, leading to the deployment of around 100 firefighters to tackle the blaze. The fire caused huge plumes of smoke visible across the London skyline and disrupted rail travel in the area. Authorities and news outlets have provided updates and safety advice on how residents can protect themselves from the smoke.