Essex County Fire and Rescue Service2 hrs ago'Intentional' nature reserve fires could cost £100kThree fires in the area, where habitats include scrub and reedbeds, are thought to be "deliberate". 2 hrs ago6 days agoBonfire warning after flames spread through gardensEssex fire service issues warning after garden bonfire spreads.6 days ago2 Jul 2025Wood pile fire proves 'challenging' in hot weatherFirefighters are working with a local farmer to try to stop the flames from spreading further.2 Jul 202526 Jun 2025M11 drivers warned of warehouse fire smokeDrivers on the M11 near Epping are being asked to drive slowly due to the amount of smoke.26 Jun 202523 Jun 2025Fire rips through row of city bungalowsThe fire service says a number of residents have been made homeless following the blaze.23 Jun 202518 Jun 2025Hundred-tonne waste pile catches fire in villageFirefighters face a "limited" water supply due to the remote location of the blaze.18 Jun 202510 Jun 2025Fire service spent £781k covering staff shortagesEssex County Fire and Rescue Service is "on the brink" due to exhausted crews, a union says.10 Jun 20251 Jun 2025Numerous gardens destroyed in late night fireResidents attempt to tackle the fire themselves before the fire service arrives. 1 Jun 202516 May 2025Crews stop shed fires spreading to homesA crew will remain at the scene to dampen down and check for hotspots, the fire service says. 16 May 2025...
