Hackney Road has been closed both ways for over four hours this morning (August 3) following the blaze at a shop with flats above at 7.53am. Smoke seen from Hackney Road (Image: Sabz)The fire was located in part of the roof. Emergency services near Hackney Road (Image: Contributor)The 26 and 55 bus routes are being diverted from the area. Emergency services near Hackney Road (Image: Contributor)In total, the brigade's control room received 40 calls reporting the fire after a large cloud of smoke raised concern. Smoke coming from Hackney Road (Image: Sabz)The cause of the fire is under investigation.