ARSONISTS set fire to three vehicles in Great Wakering.

Fire crews were called after a pile of tyres was reported on fire behind the British Legion hall, in Little Wakering Lane, at 3am today (Tuesday).

Essex Fire and Rescue Service has confirmed the incident is being treated as suspicious.

Crews from Southend were in action again at 8am, dealing with 40 tonnes on fire at Warners Bridge, near Southend Airport.