More than 100 firefighters are tackling flames in crops, fields, a cemetery and an animal sanctuary near Heathrow.
About 100 firefighters are tackling a grass fire in Feltham, near Heathrow Airport in west London.
Smoke could be seen billowing into the air as flames ripped across 15 acres of crops, fields, parkland and a cemetery. London Fire Brigade said an animal sanctuary was also ablaze.LFB said local residents should keep their doors and windows closed. Cordons are in place and some roads are closed.
"Around 10 houses have been evacuated as a precaution and, thankfully, there are no reports of any injuries at this time.Follow BBC London on
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