Firefighters are currently at the scene of a fire in Hornchurch.

Crews were called at around 12.55pm today (Wednesday February 22) to reports of the blaze in Rosebank Avenue, Hornchurch.

London Ambulance’s helicopter landed in Bonington Avenue, and it is believed medics dealt with two patients rescued from the fire.

The condition of the other victim is unknown.

Emergency services have not yet released any details of the deceased.

There are road closures around the scene, Havering Police said.

Updates to follow.