A second-floor balcony has been destroyed after a flat fire in Croydon last night. 

Firefighters were called to the fire on Milton Road at 1.34am today (June 27).

There has been no reports of any injuries and the fire was under control by 2.21am. 

Croydon, Woodside, Norbury and West Norwood fire stations attended the scene.

The Brigade believe the fire was accidental and caused by the disposal of smoking materials.

A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: "We’d rather you didn’t smoke at all, but if you are a smoker, it’s absolutely vital you ensure your cigarette is completely out when you’ve finished smoking it.

“If you don’t, you risk causing a fire which could not only destroy your home, but also cost you your life.

"If you're smoking on your balcony, you should never throw your cigarette over the side. It could easily catch light to possessions on a balcony below or next to yours.”

"The Brigade was called at 1.34am and the fire was under control by 2.21am.

"Croydon, Woodside, Norbury and West Norwood fire stations attended the scene."