Around 200 people have been evacuated from a south east London area after a gas leak.

Firefighters were called to Jonathan Street, Vauxhall this morning (Thursday, November 16) at around 4.30am.

Two people were assessed by London Ambulance Service at the scene.

London Fire Brigade has warned that disruption will likely continue through the day as crews work to make the scene safe.

There is currently a 100-metre long cordon in place as emergency services deal with the incident.

A respite centre has been set up at a local church for anyone who has been displaced from their homes.

Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters are currently at the scene.

A number of road closures are in place.

A spokesperson for London Fire Brigade said: “Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters are at the scene of a gas leak at a doctor's surgery on Jonathan Street in Vauxhall.

“Around 200 people from neighbouring residential buildings have been evacuated as a precaution and a 100 metre cordon is currently in place.

“A respite centre has been set up at a local church for those who have been displaced from their homes.

“Two people have been assessed by London Ambulance Service crews at the scene.

“A number of road closures are currently in place including Jonathan Street and surrounding roads.

“Crews are working alongside multi-agency service partners to make the scene safe.

“The Brigade was called at 4.33am.

“Crews from Lambeth and Soho fire stations remain at the scene.”