Firefighters are issuing a candle safety reminder after a fire on High Street in Stoke Newington.
Part of a basement in a building containing a pub and flats was damaged by fire. Several people left the building before firefighters arrived. There were no reports of any injuries.
The fire is is being treated as accidental and is believed to have been caused by the unsafe use of candles.
A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: "Candles, incense sticks and oil burners are one of the most common causes of fire. It’s really important that you never leave a candle unattended and keep them away from anything that can easily catch fire.
"You should also ensure they are in a heat-resistant holder and placed on a stable surface, so they won’t be knocked over."
The Brigade was called at 1103 and the fire was under control by 1155. Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters from Stoke Newington, Homerton and Tottenham fire stations attended the scene.