The cause of the fire which broke out at a shop in Dalston in the early hours of this morning is under investigation.

Four fire engines and about 25 firefighters battled the blaze in Sandringham Road which broke out in a mid-terraced shop at around 3am today (Tuesday, July 5).

Part of the lower ground, ground floor and first floor of the property were damaged by the fire as well as a lean-to at the rear.

Fire crews from Stoke Newington, Islington and Homerton fire stations had it under control within an hour-and-a-half.

There were no reports of any injuries, according to the London Fire Brigade.