Reader Nick Allen’s picture from the scene in Shoebury (Image: Nick Allen)
Firefighters are battling searing heat, thick black smoke and flames in a fire on an industrial estate in Shoebury.
Three crews are on scene.
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Fire control officers received more than 50 calls to the fire as it is creating a lot of smoke and can be seen from the road.
A spokesman said: "On arrival, firefighters reported that there was a fire in an industrial unit, which measures around 20mx20m.
"Crews quickly began tackling the fire and working to stop it spreading."
We are currently assisting Essex Fire Service, following a fire in #Shoeburyness https://t.co/7etgwu3kNz
— Essex Police (@EssexPoliceUK) April 7, 2023
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