Update on Saturday 25 July at 6.15pm
The council has opened a rest centre at Mitcham Parish Centre in Church Road, Mitcham (opposite St Peter & St Paul Church) where council officers and councillors are providing support for residents who have had to leave their homes.
Council officers remain at the scene of the fire, working alongside the emergecy services.
Residents in the vicinity are advised to keep their doors and windows closed, as there is a lot of smoke in the air.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area.
Update on Saturday 25 July at 5pm
We are aware of the fire at Belgrave Walk in Mitcham and Council officers are at the scene with the emergncy services.
Residents in the area are advised to keep their windows and doors shut.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area.