Essex County Fire and Rescue Service6 days agoNine people homeless after cigarette causes fireThe fire service highlights the importance of working fire alarms in the aftermath of the blaze.6 days ago11 May 2026'Double-parking makes it difficult to get to fires'A firefighter says he sees obstructive parking about three times a week and delays can cause stress. 11 May 20267 May 2026Firefighters tackle derelict pub blaze for four hoursAn investigation is being launched after crews tackled a fire at the former Princess of Wales pub.7 May 20264 May 2026Fire crews tackle blaze at large derelict houseThirty-five firefighters attended the property, a service says.4 May 202620 Apr 2026Crews tackle industrial unit fireAn investigation into the cause of the fire will now take place.20 Apr 20262 Apr 2026Fire crews tackle spreading roof fire in two homesEssex Fire and Rescue Service says while it is under control it expects to be on scene for "several hours".2 Apr 202626 Mar 2026More fire engines must be available, says reportInspectors note "several improvements" since their last visit, but say more is still needed.26 Mar 20268 Feb 2026Crews from across county at Premier Inn loft fireSeven crews are called to help put out a fire at a Braintree hotel.8 Feb 20266 Feb 2026Trapped pony rescued from septic tank by fire crewsThe operation in Thaxted is carried out by firefighters from both Essex and Hertfordshire.6 Feb 2026...
