Firefighters are warning residents to take care with bonfires after an "out of control" fire in Catford.

The bonfire, which was started in the back garden of a two storey house in Brownhill road, damaged the garden and spread to a neighbouring garden and two sheds.

One woman was treated on the scene by London Ambulance Service for smoke inhalation after the fire on Monday (March 27).

A London Fire Brigade spokesman said: “If you are having a bonfire never leave it unattended and consider your neighbours when you do decide to have a fire in your garden.

“You should make sure you build it well clear of buildings, garden sheds, fences and hedges and never use flammable liquids to start it or burn dangerous items such as aerosol cans.

You should also always keep a bucket of water or a hosepipe nearby in case of fire.”

Four fire engines and 21 firefighters and officers from Forest Hill, Lewisham, Eltham and Deptford fire stations attended the incident.

The Brigade was called at 5.00pm and the fire was under control at 6.06pm.