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A large fire has broken out near an Odeon cinema in south-east London, with thick smoke visible from miles away. The London Fire Brigade said 10 fire engines and about 70 firefighters were attending the blaze on Beckenham High Street, which started just before 08:00 BST. Nearby residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke, and drivers have been urged to avoid the area due to traffic disruption. "Firefighters are working hard to prevent the spread of the fire to adjoining b