Investigation launched into Dagenham house fire

The fire broke out this morning in Reede Road.

Firefighters have extinguished a blaze at a house in Dagenham.

The fire broke out just before midday in Reede Road, near the junction with Hunters Hall Road.

It is not yet known what caused the end of terrace property to go up in flames, but an investigation is underway.

Part of the first floor and roof were damaged by the fire, which was put out just before 1pm.